TIJI FESTIVAL 2023 ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT TIJI FESTIVAL CELEBRATED IN UPPER MUSTANG

Tiji Festival is a celebratory event observed in the Mustang locale of Nepal. Consistently, the celebration is commended among loved ones with others from various towns of Mustang. The celebration is praised in Lo Manthang, which is otherwise called the capital of Lo Kingdom.

 The ceremony is commended for 3 whole days sequentially. To praise this auspicious moment, individuals living in various parts of Mustang stroll for a considerable length of time to Lo Manthang so they can commend this favorable event with their loved ones. It is a party that brings bliss, brightness and hope in the more promising time to come for the occupants of Mustang and the locale of the region.

Now let us have a look at the history behind the Tiji Festival, the updated dates for Tiji Festival, and so on. Let’s start! 

The Tiji Festival is an annual celebration that commemorates the victory of Lord Buddha’s incarnation, Dorje Sonnu, over the demon Man Tam Ru during a period of severe drought and hardship. Believed to have originated in the 15th century, this festival has its roots in Tibetan Buddhism and is celebrated in the Kingdom of Mustang, Nepal.

Traditionally, the festival is held on the third Tibetan month’s end, which usually falls in May, and lasts for three days. It is a time when the people of Mustang come together to honor their cultural and religious heritage and celebrate their victory over evil.

Why Is It Celebrated? 

Legend has it that Man Tam Ru, a demon, brought a severe drought and chaos to the kingdom. The people, desperate for relief, pleaded with their king to do something about the situation. The king then requested Dorje Sonnu, the incarnate of Lord Buddha, to come to their rescue.

Dorje Sonnu eventually defeated Man Tam Ru, bringing peace and prosperity back to the kingdom. The Tiji Festival celebrates this victory, and during the festival, monks perform a series of rituals and dance that symbolizes the triumph of good over evil and the restoration of peace.

Over time, the Tiji Festival has become a significant cultural event in Nepal and has attracted tourists from all over the world. It provides a unique opportunity to witness the fascinating culture, tradition, and religion of the people of Mustang.