The colorful fairs and festivals of Ladakh are kaleidescope to the vibrant culture of Buddhists. During the festive season, the barren mountain land turns out to be more lively. Hordes of people flock to Ladakh to enjoy the festive spirit, leaving behind all their tensions and worries.
Hemis Festival
Hemis festival is celebrated in Hemis Gompa with great pomp and grandeur. The festival commemorates the birth of Guru Padmasambhava, founder of Tantric Buddhism in Tibet. It is celebrated after every 12 years according to the Tibetan lunar month. In the festival people can have a glimpse of the largest Thangkha in Ladakh, displayed once in 12 years.
Sindhu Darshan Festival
Sindhu Darshan is the best way to get a feel of Ladakh culture. The festival promotes national integrity and communal harmony. Travelers can look for some fine collection of Ladakh handicrafts and gets an opportunity to interact with local people and know their rich culture and traditions. The cultural programmes performed by the people from different parts of the country are the major attractions of the festival. Evening gets glitzy and enjoyable with a grand feast and a campfire in night.
Ladakh Festival
Ladakh festival is celebrated in the beginning of September month. It is the major festival in the region celebrated with high festive spirit. The festival is organized by Jammu and Kashmir Tourism, to showcase the vibrant culture of Ladakh. Folk dance and music are the prime attractions of the festival.
Losar Festival
Losar festival is celebrated in winter season, in the eleventh month of the Buddhist year. The festival has its origin in the 15th century and is till now celebrated with great pomp and show. Rituals are performed by the Buddhist and they make offerings to Gods on this auspicious occasion.
Ladakh Fairs and Festivals mostly falls in the winter season.
