Lhosar- The most vibrant festival in Nepal
Lhosar, Tibetan new year, is the combination of two words, Lho means year and sar means new. Tibetan New Year or Lhosar is one of the most popular festivals of Nepal, celebrated by different communities on different days. Tamu Lhosar is celebrated amongst the Gurung community, whereas Sonam Lhosar is celebrated by the Tamang and Yolmo communities. The third type, Gyalbo Lhosar is observed by the Tibetan and Sherpa communities. The beginning of new year is celebrated by dance, music, family meet-ups, exchanging greetings and gifts. Families pray together during this festival and cook special foods for gods and goddesses. Consuming changkol, made from chhaang; a local Tibetan drink, similar to beer, is a known practice during Lhosar.
Key attractions: Mask dance and decorating monasteries and pagodas with colourful prayer flags.
Date:
- Tamu Lhosar: 30th December 2023
- Sonam Lhosar: 2nd February 2023
- Gyalbo Lhosar: 3rd March 2023
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