The Tibetan New Year, called Losar is one of the most important festivals amongst the Tibetan people, and has coincided with the Chinese Spring Festival this year.
Dance being the common form of celebration and festivity for the two festivals, the celebrations of the Tibetan Losar Festival vary slightly than the Chinese one.
Festivities kick off early morning with women and men dancing in half circles and singing all the while without any musical instruments in the Tibetan community.
The New Year is welcomed in the Xiaobawang Village which is located 2,000 meters above sea level. This is a region with high Tibetan ethnic density that follows distinct traditions and culture from the rest of the Tibetan tribes and even speak a separate language.
Dances are scheduled throughout the day at strict timings according to the religious rituals. While the energy of adults is more enthusiastic in the morning, the evening draws the youngsters’ energy to the grand celebration.
Men dress up in woolen gowns with wide, long sleeves while women adorn themselves in colourful pleated skirts. The headwear comprises of embroidered cloths, bejeweled with gold and silver to welcome good fortune.
Losar unites Tibetans to show off and enrich their musical skills and pay respect to the Gods and seek good fortune in the upcoming year.
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