Every year, the dates of the Tsechus for each region of the country are set by the National Monk Body of Bhutan. Auspicious dates are chosen according to the the lunar calendar and Buddhist astrological charts. Paro puts on one of the grandest and most vivid Tsechus in the kingdom. 

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Tsechus are held annually from district to district and are a great time of rejoicing for the Bhutanese.  Family members travel great distances to be reunited at this time of year. The Paro Tsechu is held each year in early to mid April with dates set by the lunar calendar as is Chinese New Year.

The Tsechu is a commemoration of the arrival of the Mahayana Buddhist saint Guru "Rimpoche" Padmasambhava (747 CE) and his influence on Bhutan. [Tsechu History]

Most Buddhist monasteries are closed to outsiders except during the tsechu season. Now that the dates have been set, Druk Airlines will quickly sell all available seats for this very popular festival.

If you would like to take part in this next year's Paro Tsechu, you can contact us online by following the links below and filling out our request form for the days you are interested in. Pick the city you would like to fly to Bhutan from.
 

2002-03 Tsechu Schedule
Can't get the time off for the Paro Tsechu? 
There are many more festivals in Bhutan throughout the year.  
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