On January 2, 2024, King Jigme Khesar and Queen Jetsun Pema welcomed a group of Thimphu children to recite Lolay at Lingkana Palace on Nyilo. Nyilo is a holiday which marks the lengthening of days, and is celebrated as the beginning of a new year in parts of western Bhutan. The holiday is traditionally celebrated with children going from house to house reciting "Lolay" or wishes for a good year.
The verses of this song describe all the different parts of a traditional homestead, wishing bounty and plenty for each part. The event has been revived since the late 2000’s, with the efforts of Tarayana Foundation and Folk Heritage Museum. Since then, it has become tradition for children to be welcomed to Lingkana Palace each year on Nyilo to sing Lolay wishes.
Oh, this is so delightful. How wonderful the children, were all able to participate, they all look so lovely.
ردحذفThat family oozes. Contentment. Always serene and lovely. If one is happy and can really show it. Lovely family. css
ردحذفQueen Jetsun Pema looks awesome and beautiful!
ردحذفLet me guess, 2/3 of the comments will talk about the fabric/textile/costume etc etc etc.
ردحذفà Anonyme 02/01/2024 23:41
حذفAh bon, vous voulez que le 1/3 restant parle de quoi ? Dites-moi car je serais curieuse de savoir !
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حذفWhat a wonderful ceremony to hold--especially for the children, who must be so excited to be part of a ceremony with the king and queen! I can imagine the children will remember this event for the rest of their lives. I notice in the pictures that the two young princes are part of the celebration but I also another child---a little girl. Does anyone know who she is? All of the visiting children received a gift bag but the royal children did not so I am guessing she is a family member.
ردحذفJanet
I wondered too, and agree with your conclusions. Perhaps she is a niece? There are a few older girls in the back row of the last picture who might also be family members.
حذفSuch a lovely tradition, and a sweet and simple way of wishing peace and prosperity for a New Year.
ردحذف- Anon 9:13
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