Trashigang Tshechu

Trashigang Tshechu is a vibrant three-day annual festival held at Trashigang Dzong each December (10th Bhutanese month). It draws large crowds from across eastern Bhutan, including the semi-nomadic Brokpas of Merak and Sakteng, known for their distinctive attire. Celebrated for its deep spiritual significance, the Tshechu features sacred masked dances, folk songs, and the dramatic unfurling of two revered Thongdrols—one of Guru Rinpoche’s eight manifestations and another of the Sixteen Arhats. Rich in color and culture, it stands as a major cultural and religious event in eastern Bhutan.