Two women in pointed bamboo hats and beaded necklaces

festival stories

Stories, ideas, and encounters from a Bhutan that rewards curiosity

Masks of the tshechu

Masks of the tshechu

What the dancers are really telling you

Behind every mask and spinning robe lies a story centuries old. Learn to read the dances of a Bhutanese tshechu and the courtyard becomes a living book of legends, lessons and blessings.

Festival season in Trongsa

Festival season in Trongsa

A winter tshechu worth the journey

Smaller than the famous festivals of the west, the Trongsa tshechu offers something more intimate. Join local families in the courtyard for days of dance, prayer and celebration.

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