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Festivals
Tibetan Shoton Festival
In the August every year, the Tibetan people celebrate their traditional and grand Shoton Festival which has rooted deeply into many generations of Tibetan People. The festival is considered as one of the most important festivals among the whole nation.
Shoton Festival, means “Yoghurt Banquet” in Tibetan language, which features eating yoghurt. It dated back to Middle 11th century and was an absolutely religious activity for the Tibetan Lamas. Gradually, it turned to be a traditional custom and public holiday for all Tibetans. The activity centre is designated at Norbulingka in the west of Lhasa which was the former summer resort for the Tibetan leader Dalai Lama.
During the period, you have the chance to see the traditional and marvellous Tibetan activities. As the opening ceremony of the festival, displaying the Buddha draws thousands of Tibetan Lamas, believers and visitors to attend every year. You are definitely shocked by the grand scene and atmosphere. The interesting Yak Racing and Horsemanship performance are also the highlights of the festival which make the festival exciting and attractive. Besides, the Tibetan tasty specialty is also the good reason for you to join in the Sholton Festival.
The exact time to hold the festival is subject to the Tibetan lunar calendar and it falls at the start of August. It is the best time to explore this mysterious highland and understand their religion, history and culture.