Which cultural festivals are celebrated in Ladakh during the summer
Yuru Kkabgyat, Lamayuru: This festival is held in July and August and features a ‘cham’ dance with wonderful costumes.
Hemis Tsechu, Hemis Monastery: The festival is celebrated in June and includes masked dances, vibrant costumes, and a procession of monks.
Phyang Tsedup, Phyang Monastery: This festival is held in July and includes the unveiling of a large silk ‘thangka’ and masked dances.
Matho Nagrang, Matho Monastery: The festival is celebrated in February and involves oracles performing stunts and answering questions.
Saka Dawa, various locations: This festival celebrates Buddha’s birth, enlightenment, and death, with monks changing a flagpole and performing masked dances.