Major Festivals in Everest region |
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Festival in Everest Region
Everest Base camp trekking route is famous for its Sherpa festivals and rich cultural experiences. From October to February, the region undergoes a festive transformation, turning from a quiet and snowy place into a lively and vibrant destination.
In addition to being home to the world's tallest mountains, Khumbu is renowned for its unique culture, traditions, and celebratory spirit. For adventurers seeking to combine their trek to Everest Base Camp with a taste of local festivities, here is a list of the most celebrated festivals in the region:
Dumje
If you’re planning to make a visit to this region during May/ June, well, you’re up for a treat. Singing, dancing and heavy drinking is a general idea at this time because people all over Khumbu celebrate Dumje. The ritual, initiated at Pangboche over 300 year ago, continues till this day with similar grace and enthusiasm. You can experience it at Tengboche, Namche Bazar, Khumjung, Pangboche and Junbesi of Solukhumbu. Among these, the festival in Namche is the most interesting and popular one.
Every year, a family from the village is chosen who, for 4 days, sponsors the festivities (food, drinks and pretty much everything). Important both religiously and socially, this festival is commemorated to mark the birth anniversary of high level Buddhist priest- Guru Rinpoche.
Mani Rimdu
It is the biggest festival celebrated in the Khumbu region or to be precise at Tengboche Monastery. The festival is celebrated in October which also happens to be the peak trekking season here in Nepal. A trip to the EBC at this time might be a good idea.
The 19 day celebration followed by masked dances, prayers, food and homemade wines sure looks fun! If your Everest Base Camp trek occurs in late October or early November, you may be able to witness this vibrant celebration at Tengboche Monastery.
Made famous by its rituals and the incredible atmosphere, generated by the whole community, the gathering seems promising enough to be a part of especially after a tough day on a trail.
Gyalpo Lhosar
Lhosar is the Tibetan New Year, a three- day festival that brings together sacred and secular practices – prayers, ceremonies, hanging prayer flags, folk dancing and partying. It is celebrated during February/ March. During the month before Lhosar, in Tibetan households, the eight auspicious symbols and other signs are drawn on walls with white powder. In monasteries, several protector deities are honored with devotional rituals. On the last day of the year, monasteries are elaborately decorated. In homes, cakes, candies, breads, fruits and beer are offered on family altars.
In addition to being home to the world's tallest mountains, Khumbu is renowned for its unique culture, traditions, and celebratory spirit. For adventurers seeking to combine their trek to Everest Base Camp with a taste of local festivities, here is a list of the most celebrated festivals in the region:
Dumje
If you’re planning to make a visit to this region during May/ June, well, you’re up for a treat. Singing, dancing and heavy drinking is a general idea at this time because people all over Khumbu celebrate Dumje. The ritual, initiated at Pangboche over 300 year ago, continues till this day with similar grace and enthusiasm. You can experience it at Tengboche, Namche Bazar, Khumjung, Pangboche and Junbesi of Solukhumbu. Among these, the festival in Namche is the most interesting and popular one.
Every year, a family from the village is chosen who, for 4 days, sponsors the festivities (food, drinks and pretty much everything). Important both religiously and socially, this festival is commemorated to mark the birth anniversary of high level Buddhist priest- Guru Rinpoche.
Mani Rimdu
It is the biggest festival celebrated in the Khumbu region or to be precise at Tengboche Monastery. The festival is celebrated in October which also happens to be the peak trekking season here in Nepal. A trip to the EBC at this time might be a good idea.
The 19 day celebration followed by masked dances, prayers, food and homemade wines sure looks fun! If your Everest Base Camp trek occurs in late October or early November, you may be able to witness this vibrant celebration at Tengboche Monastery.
Made famous by its rituals and the incredible atmosphere, generated by the whole community, the gathering seems promising enough to be a part of especially after a tough day on a trail.
Gyalpo Lhosar
Lhosar is the Tibetan New Year, a three- day festival that brings together sacred and secular practices – prayers, ceremonies, hanging prayer flags, folk dancing and partying. It is celebrated during February/ March. During the month before Lhosar, in Tibetan households, the eight auspicious symbols and other signs are drawn on walls with white powder. In monasteries, several protector deities are honored with devotional rituals. On the last day of the year, monasteries are elaborately decorated. In homes, cakes, candies, breads, fruits and beer are offered on family altars.
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👣Annapurna Region Trek: ⛰Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) ⛰Ghorepani Poonhill ⛰Jomsom Muktinath
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👣Manaslu Region Trek: ⛰Manaslu Circuit
👣Other Activities in Nepal: ⛰Rafting ⛰Paragliding ⛰Jungle Safari ⛰Bungee Jump ⛰Mountain Flight
⛰Heli tour ⛰Zip Fly ⛰Short Hike ⛰City Tour
👣Useful Info : ⛰Nepal Info ⛰About Trek ⛰Weather and climate ⛰High altitude sickness ⛰Trekking season ⛰Trekking Equipment ⛰Training ⛰Tims card ⛰First Aid Kits ⛰Trekking grade ⛰Trekking Tips ⛰Use Trekking pole ⛰Types of Trekking, ⛰Trekking Documents
👣Blogs And Updates: ⛰Nepal travel blog ⛰BST Blog ⛰TripAdvisor blog
👣Social Media: ⛰TripAdvisor page ⛰Google Map ⛰Facebook ⛰Instagram
⛰Site map ⛰Home Page 🏠
👣Contact Details: Big Sky Treks Nepal 📧 : ⛰ [email protected] ⛰ [email protected]
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