His Majesty attends final day of Paro Tsechu

Mar 28, 2013

His Majesty the King and Her Majesty the Gyaltsuen graced the closing of the Paro Tshechu, yesterday.

The highlight of the last day of the festival is the unfurling of the Guru Tshengye Thongdrel.

Their Majesties offered prayers and nyendars and received blessings from the Thongdrel.

The Thongdrel is displayed in the early hours of the morning and is folded before sunrise.

Thousands gather before dawn to receive blessings from the Thongdrel.

Paro Tshechu is among the major festivals in Bhutan. The 5 day annual festival draws thousands from in and around Paro, and tourists.