In the courtyard of Punakha Dzong, a white fortress where two rivers meet, local men dressed as 17th-century pazaps, Bhutan's old village militia, re-enact the 1639 battle in which Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal drove off a Tibetan army. They shout war cries and charge across the stone yard, while monks perform masked dances. It leads straight into the Punakha Tshechu festival.
| Dates | 1 |
|---|---|
| When | February or early March, set by the Bhutanese lunar calendar |
| Frequency | 1 |
| Price Range | Free; Bhutan's daily visitor fee applies |
| Country | Bhutan |
| Vibes | Quirky Local |
| Location | Punakha, Punakha District |
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