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Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best time to hang new flags? Flags are raised to mark auspicious (fortunate) occasions, particularly at the New Year or Lo Sar, Tibetan New Year, which normally falls in mid February.
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When is LoSar (Tibetan New Year)? Because the date is a Lunar one, it changes every year. In 2018, LoSar falls on February 16th and ushers in the Year of the Earth Dog. Back to Top |
Why do my new flags have a strong odor? Nepal still uses old-style dyes and inks which don't smell good. New flags have an odor that will quickly dissipate when the flags are hung outdoors for a few days. If you plan to hang them indoors, simply let them air-out for a few days and then bring them indoors to hang. Back to Top |
What shall I do when my flags are faded and worn out? You may either leave them up and let them completely dissolve in the winds OR you may burn them respectfully, allowing the last blessings to be released. Both of these choices are traditional with Tibetans. Back to Top |
Who makes the prayer flags? West Wind designs the prayer flags in English and then has an extended family of Tibetan Buddhists living in Boudha (the Tibetan sector of Katmandu) Nepal make the flags. They are a 3rd generation prayer flag making family. They are happy to make prayer flags in English for us as they believe it is good for everyone to have more blessings on the wind. They also make all of our Tibetan prayer flags. Back to Top |
