The Tiji Festival is an annual three-day event that takes place in the Upper Mustang region of Nepal. It is considered to be the largest and most significant festival in the area. This three-day festival celebrates the triumph of good over evil. The festival celebrates the triumph of Lord Buddha's incarnation, Dorjee Sonnu, over a malevolent demon named Man Tam Ru. This demon was known for its cruel nature, as it would prey on humans and bring about destructive storms and droughts. The Tiji festival typically occurs in mid-May and spans three days. It is during this festival that the monks from the "Choedhe" monastery in Lo Manthang perform ritual dances as part of the celebration. Additionally, during the festival, we have the opportunity to view an ancient Thangka painting of Guru Rimpoche Padmasambhava. The Tiji festival is the exclusive occasion when this painting is publicly exhibited.
If you are seeking a spiritual experience combined with a trek, I highly recommend embarking on a journey to Upper Mustang during the Tiji festival trek. The festival does not have a set date, but as previously mentioned, it typically takes place over three days in May. The specific dates of the festival are determined according to the Tibetan Calendar. The festival takes place within the grounds of the king's palace in Lo Manthang.
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