any special festivals or events in Ladakh that I should plan my trip around
Yes, there are a number of special festivals and events in Ladakh that you may want to plan your trip around. Here are a few of the most popular ones:
Losar (Ladakhi New Year): Losar is the most important festival in Ladakh and is celebrated for over two weeks in February or March. The festival is marked by prayers, rituals, and cultural performances.
Hemis Festival: The Hemis Festival is celebrated at the Hemis Monastery in June or July. The festival features masked dances, music, and chanting.
Tak Tok Festival: The Tak Tok Festival is celebrated at the Tak Tok Monastery in August. The festival features masked dances, music, and chanting.
Sindhu Darshan Festival: The Sindhu Darshan Festival is celebrated in July or August at the confluence of the Indus and Zanskar rivers. The festival features prayers, rituals, and cultural performances.
Ladakh Festival: The Ladakh Festival is a week-long festival that is celebrated in September or October. The festival features cultural performances, food stalls, and games.
In addition to these festivals, there are also a number of other events that take place in Ladakh throughout the year, such as the Ladakh Polo Tournament, the Ladakh Marathon, and the Ladakh Mountain Biking Festival.
I hope this information is helpful. Please let me know if you have any other questions.
