Traditions & Art Forms of the Himalayas

Timeless customs, rituals, crafts, and ceremonies of the Himalayas

Local Traditions

of the Himalayas

of the Himalayas

Local Traditions

Amidst the towering peaks and tranquil valleys, travelers often find themselves reconnecting with nature and gaining a sense of clarity and purpose.

Travelers can witness the mesmerizing prayer ceremonies of Tibetan Buddhism, experience the ancient art of Thangka painting, and participate in traditional dances like the Cham and Losar. They can also learn about the indigenous cultures of the region, such as the Sherpas and the Gaddis in Himachal Pradesh, and explore homestays to experience authentic mountain hospitality to gain a new perspective on life in the Himalayas.

Exploring the ancient art of Thangka; traditional Tibetan Buddhist artworks painted on cotton or embroidered on silk
A tour of the lush green Alchi village
Experience traditional Himachali life with locals
Participating in Cham dance - a lively ritual performance by Tibetan monks in colorful masks and costumes, using traditional Tibetan instruments

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We entrusted the organization of our trip in Tamil Nadu and Kerala to the agency of Travel XS. They perfectly respected our wishes, the rhythm, the hotels we wanted. In addition, the choice of our driver, who assisted us from the first to the last day was perfect. Very good driver, because the traffic is very particular and intense, very nice, very helpful. Two very different regions, Tamil Nadu more focused on temples, Hinduism and its history, a very smiling, welcoming, and very spontaneous population. Kerala is very green, with its various crops of rice, pineapple, rubber... Catholic fervour, its backwaters, its beaches, but a more restrained population accustomed to tourists. A magnificent trip, and beautiful encounters.

Christian Niquet

France

The local agency was able to translate our idea of ​​travel into activities that met our tastes well. Drivers and guides: punctual and available. The local agency was in constant contact with us via WhatsApp. The flexibility on the planned activities was also good. Excursion to Periyar, during the monsoons - it is better to do it with rubber boots. The idea of ​​not limiting yourself to the north (Rajasthan) and including the south (Kerala) is excellent, you go fast and take internal flights but it is worth it. Recommended houseboat in Kerala and tea plantations in Munnar, all the classics of the north including Amber Fort in Jaipur were good. Good idea of ​​dinner with a family in Jaipur.

Fabrizio marino

Italy

The organization of the agency was very well structured. The choice of hotels, the stops, our drivers of incredible kindness and caution. This trip was exotic, the guides very well selected. We loved Cochin, Madurai, Bandipur, Munnar, Marrari etc. If all the tours are organized in the same way, it makes us want to travel again via Travel XS.

Kakie Wenner

France

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