November 11, 2024
Celebrated by the Monpa tribe, Losar marks the Tibetan New Year. The festival involves a mix of ancient rituals, prayers, and performances. Monasteries are beautifully decorated, and monks perform the traditional Cham dance. Visitors can witness age-old customs and enjoy traditional Tibetan foods.
This agricultural festival is a tribute to the goddess of crops and prosperity. The event includes a community animal sacrifice, dance performances, and the Ponung folk dance, where women sing songs that narrate tales of creation and culture.
Celebrated by the Apatani tribe, Dree is a harvest festival to ensure bountiful crops and prosperity. People offer prayers to deities for the wellbeing of the village. The festival includes traditional dances, singing, and local rice beer. Dree Festival is an excellent opportunity to experience the lifestyle of the Apatani people.
Celebrated by the Idu Mishmi tribe, Reh is a spiritual festival where the community comes together to honor the deity Nanyi Inyit. This festival includes rituals to ensure well-being and prosperity, and people dress in elaborate traditional attire, dance, and participate in social gatherings.
This contemporary music festival has gained international fame, bringing together folk artists and popular independent musicians from across India and beyond. Set against the scenic Ziro Valley, it’s a blend of modern music and tribal culture, with camping in beautiful surroundings and food stalls offering local and international delicacies.