Vesak celebrations in Colombo...

May 23, 2024  

 

 

Buddhist devotees in Sri Lanka celebrate the Vesak festival this year on a grand scale, giving priority to religious observances.

Vesak full moon Poya marks the three most important milestones in the life of Gautama Buddha, namely the birth, enlightenment and Parinirvana.

PC – Osanda Daham Nimsara

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