In Ladakh every occasion be it marriage, birth, harvesting, commemoration of head Lamas, founding of the monastery, Losar (new year) and flowering is marked by feasting, dancing and the singing of folksongs that forms a part of its living heritage. Most of the festivals are held in winter but some popular festival take place in summer too. The monastic festivals are the heart of all the festivals. They are performed by Monks wearing colorful silk garments and different facial masks.
Ladakh Festival
Ladakh festival takes place in September from 1st to 15th of every year in Leh and other villages. The inauguration ceremony takes place in Leh on a large scale, with the procession of various cultural troupes from different part of Ladakh. It passes through the main street of Leh dancing and singing traditional music, in colorful traditional Ladakhi dresses and finishes at the Polo ground after performing their best dances and songs. The festival lasts for 15 days with regular programs in different villages. The programs include archery, polo, and Mask Dances from the monasteries, traditional dances by cultural troupes from villages. There are series of musical concerts and cultural dance shows in Leh town.
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