Tibetan New Year Celebrations: Lhasa Festival Tour
Tibet’s most significant annual celebration, the Tibetan New Year (Losar) marks the start of a new lunisolar year and is celebrated with great enthusiasm and fervor in Lhasa, Tibet’s capital city. Our Lhasa Festival Tour offers an immersive experience of this vibrant and auspicious occasion.
Upon arrival in Lhasa, you’ll be greeted by our expert Tibetan guide. Explore the iconic Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple, the holiest shrine in Tibetan Buddhism, to witness the elaborate religious ceremonies and performances.
Immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere as the city adorns itself with vibrant prayer flags and locals dress in their finest traditional clothing. Join the jovial crowds at Norbulingka, the Dalai Lamas’ former summer palace, where the main festivities take place.
Witness the spectacular Butter Lamp Festival, where colossal butter sculptures depicting sacred figures and scenes from Tibetan mythology are illuminated with thousands of butter lamps. Participate in traditional Tibetan games like archery and horse racing, adding to the joyous ambiance.
Deepen your understanding of Losar’s cultural and religious significance through guided talks and interactions with local Tibetan families. Immerse yourself in the vibrant markets, sampling local delicacies and purchasing unique Tibetan souvenirs.
As the festival concludes, you’ll depart Lhasa, carrying unforgettable memories of the energy, spirituality, and joy that characterize the Tibetan New Year celebrations. Our Lhasa Festival Tour is meticulously designed to provide a holistic and unforgettable experience of this rich and captivating cultural event.
