Friday, May 8, 2009

Sri Lanka Vesak 2009


Vesak is the most important day of the Buddhist calender. This day is special because of the birth, enlightenment and passing away (Parinirvana) of Buddha.

In younger days we used to create Vesak koodu (Lantern) using bamboo sticks but these days things are very different.

(Image source: wikipedia)

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