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<h3><strong>About the Festival</strong></h3>

<p>Thimphu Tshechu is the <strong>largest and most visited festival</strong> in Bhutan. It began under the reign of the 4th Desi, Gyalse Tenzin Rabgay, in 1670.</p>

<h3><strong>Significance</strong></h3>

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	<p>Blessings are believed to come from watching the unique mask dances.</p>
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	<p>Strengthens community ties among the Bhutanese.</p>
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<h3><strong>Highlights</strong></h3>

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	<p><strong>Monk Mask Dances:</strong> Includes sacred dances such as &ldquo;Dance of the Black Hats&rdquo;, &ldquo;Dance of the Eight Manifestations of Guru Rinpoche&rdquo;, and more.</p>
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	<p><strong>Cultural Programme:</strong> Diverse folk dances by laypeople.</p>
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	<p><strong>Chamkhas:</strong> Performances teaching moral values and Buddhist teachings.</p>
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<h3><strong>Tourist Experience</strong></h3>

<p>The festival is crowded yet enchanting, with overwhelmed energy, colorful garments, and the majestic Tashichho Dzong in the backdrop.</p>

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