5/19/2008 - 5/19/2008 Vesak Day

Countrywide, Sri Lanka
Also known as Wesak day in some parts of the world, Vesak Day is one of the biggest days of the year in the Buddhist calendar and is celebrated by Buddhists...
Themes: History , Culture , Religion

6/01/2008 - 6/30/2008 Poson

Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka
The annual Poson festival is an ancient celebration which commemorates the introduction of Buddhism to Sri Lanka in the third century BC. It was spread...
Themes: History , Spectacle , Religion

7/01/2008 - 8/31/2008 Kandy Perahera

Kandy, Sri Lanka
One of the biggest Buddhist celebrations of the year, the annual Esala Perahera is a religious ceremony during which devotees pray for good rains to cultivate...
Themes: Entertainment , Culture , Religion , Spectacle

7/01/2008 - 8/31/2008 Vel

Colombo, Sri Lanka
The Vel Festival is celebrated by Hindus in Colombo and is held in honour of Lord Sri Murukan, the God of War. The event begins with a lively procession...
Themes: Food & Drink , Religion , Entertainment

9/01/2008 - 9/30/2008 World Spice Festival

Colombo, Sri Lanka
First held in 2005, the World Spice Festival is an opportunity for locals and visitors alike to sample a range of different cuisines representing all...
Themes: Food & Drink , Spectacle , Exhibitions