Trip Description

The Druk Wangyel Tsechu festival is unlike any other religious festivals in Bhutan. It was established to mark a very important and recent event in Bhutan’s history where His Majesty the Fourth King lead Bhutan’s small and modest army to battle againts the insurgent forces of India (militia groups fighting India aspiring to gain independence ) residing in southern Bhutan in 2003. This event succeded in evicting these groups and brought an end to this issue that often undermined our soverignty as a nation. The Druk Wangyel Festival was established in honour of His Majesty’s bravery and to honour those who lost their lives during the war. This annual festival held on December 13th every year at Dochula Pass providing a dramatic setting with views over the Himalayas. It is one of the most colourful festivals, graced by many royalties given the significance of the festival, and a rare opportunity to meet and greet with the Royalties of Bhutan. Combine this festival with the major attraction of Bhutan for a 6-7 nights trip.