Bhutan Folk Festival
Event : Bhutan Folk Festival
Location:Vicinity of Punakha Dzong
Dates 13-15 December, 2008
 Explore the cultural and social mores of a kingdom. Come and be a part of a commemoration ceremony of 100 years of monarchy and celebration of coronation of a new king. Discover the living tradition and cultural heritage of Bhutan – the last Himalayan Buddhist kingdom.
The 3-day festival will be held in the vicinity of Punakha Dzong – once known as the palace of Great Bliss. Witness and interact with the people of six competing Gewogs (sub-districts) in traditional archery, Khuru (dart), Dego (discus) and other rural games. If adventurous is the keyword that best describes you, participate in one of the events to discover rural lifestyles up close.
The Bhutan festival is not only a way to discover lifestyle of Bhutanese people, it also offers deep insights into anthology of world's last Buddhist kingdom, which go down the history-lane. Come and be a part of this living history.
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