Celebration of Losar festival begins in Leh

Dec 27, 2019

Leh (Ladakh), Dec 27 (ANI): Locals gathered to celebrate the weeklong Losar festival in Leh district of Ladakh. Celebration began with unfurling of the sacred Buddhist prayer flag ‘Tarchen’. Enthusiasts joined the celebration in large numbers wearing traditional costumes. Losar Festival is celebrated in the 11th month of Tibetan calendar. Devotees make symbolic meals and offerings and decorate houses with good luck signs. Buddhist community prayed for longevity and prosperity on this auspicious occasion. Losar is an important festival that attracts tourists in large numbers.