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The month of May plays a significant role to Buddhists the world over. In Sri Lankan, citizens from all walks of life come together for Vesak celebrations. Vesak is the celebration of Buddha’s birth, his attainment of Enlightenment, and his passing into Nirvana at the end of his life.
The beauty of Vesak is not only is it a religious day for Buddhists it is also a day or warmth for all Sri Lankas. Experience the festival of lights with lanterns hung from trees or skyscrapers draped with lights. Indulge in various foods handed out by people at ‘dansals” who just want you to be happy.
A visit to the Gangaramaya temple in Colombo will help you understand more about Buddhism. And a stroll along the banks of the Beira Lake next door will allow you to hear stories about Buddha from Pandols and if you’re lucky you’ll be able to catch a puppet show.
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Walkers Tours is fully owned subsidiary of the John Keells Holdings PLC (JKH Group) which has a rich tradition and history tracing back to over 140 years. We bring over 40 years of tourism experience across to you.Through our simple and professional approach, we provide you with an unforgettable travel experience in Sri Lanka.
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Why Sri Lanka
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Popularly known as the pearl of the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka is an exotic destination with a population of over 21 million. The diversity a traveller finds within an area of 65,525 sq.km is what makes Sri Lanka one of the most sought after destinations in the 21st century. The end to the ethnic conflict which lasted for over two decades provides
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