These hand-loomed textiles are the only way for the village to get money for supplies. A complete kira is made up from 3 pieces, the process takes between six months to one year to complete. The Bhutanese culture prizes these textiles so highly that they are considered part of a family's wealth and our used as currency. Truly an amazing art form, found only in The Kingdom of Bhutan. Each village has its own archery range, and it is impossible to imagine any festival taking place without a high-spirited competition.
Contests take place year round.
The distance between the two targets is about 120 meters. The targets are made of wood splashed with colorful patterns. Inter-village rivalry is common throughout the kingdom and this rivalry is no more fiercely expressed than during annual archery tournaments. The tournament's excitement begins the night before the contest. Teams employ astrologers to assist in the selection process and to cast spells on the opposition.