Dharamsala, Feb 19 (ANI): Tibetans living in-exile in India's Dharamsala began celebrations for three-day New Year, Losar, with prayers on Thursday. Exiled Tibetans and monks gathered at the Buddhist temple, Tsuglagkhang and prayed in front of statues of their deities. Year 2015 is regarded as the Female Wood Sheep year as per the lunar calendar. Traditionally, celebrations begin with Tsedor or Losar Prayers focusing on worship to the official protecting deity Palden Lhamo. Hymns are chanted and fire torches passed through the crowds as monks play traditional drums and blow horns. The celebrations will conclude on Saturday. Prime Minister of the Tibetan government-in-exile, Lobsang Sangay wished everyone on the occasion.
