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Duration: 3 Day Location: Wangdue Tshechu

A religious ceremony held to commemorate Gugu Rinpoche allowed guests to see a different Dance of Ox dance and veil ritual performed by the priests. The whole festival is celebrated with great pride and an exhibition that allows one to learn about unique cultures and traditions in Bhutan. The opening of the silk crowd on the last day of the festival is an unforgettable sight.

Festival Time

It is an annual three-day celebration celebrated with splendour and exhibition. Wangdue Tshechu's tenure is set to be held in October and September respectively.

Start date: 24th September to End Date: 26th September

For tourists who wish to check out some of the top tourists from Wangdue Phodrang or elsewhere in Bhutan, our Bhutan festival package will allow one to have a wonderful holiday experience on their way to Druk Yul- The Land of Thunder Dragon.

 

Destination

South of Punakha is the Wangdue Phodrang better known as Wangdue, you should visit your destination in Bhutan. It is the last city west of the main road before entering Central Bhutan.

 

Highlights of the Festival

• Witness with Raksha Mangcham or Dance of the Ox.

• Appreciate how well the local people dress for ceremonies.

• Testify ancient priestly religious exhibitions.

• Receive blessings during the opening of the silk thongdroel.

 

Enjoy special dance forms at Gugu Rinpoche's Birthday

 

Known as Raksha Mangcham or Dance of the Ox, Wangdue Tshechu is an annual festival held in Wangdue Phodrang, Bhutan. Earlier the festival was celebrated in Dzong here which was burned a few years ago. Today Wangdue Tshechu is celebrated at the Tcholar Army Ground in Wangdue Phodrang. The ceremony is celebrated in memory of Gugu Rinpoche who brought Buddhism to Bhutan. Although the Stones are celebrated in different parts of Bhutan, the dates may vary from region to region. The festival is very important for the Bhutanese and attending this religious festival is their spiritual devotion. In doing so, they believe that it will bring them favour and help them to find happiness in the years to come.

 

Visitors to Wangdue Phodrang during the festival will have the opportunity to see for themselves how well-dressed locals are. The local people believe that wearing elaborate ceremonial clothing is one of the ways to give to the gods that can give them luck, prosperity and strength. Apart from performing the Raksha Mangcham, one of the most spectacular attractions of Wangdue Tshechu is the exhibition of ancient priestly ceremonies. The ceremony ends with the unveiling of Gugu Tshengye's much-awaited silk thread. It is believed that those who see the thril doel receive blessings that wash away all sins.

 

Once you have finished witnessing through Wangdue Tshechu, visitors can visit one of the most notable places in the region, namely, Phojikha Valley. The tourist attraction is home to the rare and endangered Black Necked Cranes that live there during the annual migration. The valley is beautiful and picturesque and offers visitors the opportunity to engage in cycling activities. Apart from this, visitors can go to the 17th century Gangtey Goenpa and Wangdue Phodrang Dzong.