Tibetan ‘Bathing Festival’ sees people bathe in natural waters, socialise, seek romantic partners

A traditional Tibetan Bathing Festival sees men and women of all ages bathing together in natural waters in a joyous tradition during which young people can meet potential romantic partners. Every year in early July of the Tibetan calendar, the festival, or Bathing Week, takes place across Tibet, from urban areas to rural villages. The traditional event, held along the banks of the Lhasa River, has a history stretching back between 700 and 800 years. It lasts for about a week, typically from the...