Festivals in Xigaze
Xigaze New Year It starts on the 29th day of the twelveth month in Tibetan calendar. The duration of the New Year is based on local customs and conditions with no necessary fixing the length of the occasion.
Horserace in Gyantse In memory of the local King Rapten Kunsang the festival falls on the 10th –27th of fourth month in Tibetan calendar. During the festival many activities such as horse race and archery, Tibetan opera, singing and dancing as well as barter trade are held. (It was originated in 1408).
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