The Kandy Esala Perahera has a long history that is synonymous with the country's rich Buddhist culture. One of the grandest pageants in the hill capital, the Esala Perahera celebrates the Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha and is held in the Lunar month of Esala which falls in July or August. Witness highlights of the spectacular parade of dancers, acrobats and music and the magical traditions of the Perahera! www.facebook.com/tourismsrilanka.gov.lk www.youtube.com/c/srilankatravelvideo . . . #KandyEsa

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The Perahera festivals have started in Sri Lanka. Here is a classic example of how elephants endure suffering, frustration and pain when they are sick of this. Chained and subject to extreme heat and noise, repetitive head-bobbing (sign of trauma) and fire and costumes! This is very sad. Is this the life you want for this intelligent, sensitive animal? LINK: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pm4cMraHbBQ PETITION: http://www.thepetitionsite.com/766/000/931/sri-lanka-please-stop-using-elephants-in-y

With a historic significance that dates back to 305-331 A.D., the Esala Perahera is a religious and cultural pageant that is the biggest Buddhist and cultural festival in Sri Lanka! Learn more about the history of the grand Esala Perahera! . . . #HistoryOfPerahera #KandyEsalaPerahera2021 #SoSriLanka #ExperienceSriLanka #VisitSriLanka #CultureInSriLanka #SriLanka #SriDaladaMaligawa | Tourism Sri Lanka

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🐘✨ Behold the Majesty of the Kandy Esala Perahera! One of the most spectacular festivals in the world, paying homage to the Sacred Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha. An unforgettable night of color, rhythm, devotion, and culture in the heart of Kandy. 🎶 Traditional drummers, fire dancers, majestic elephants, and the sacred casket procession — it’s a magical blend of religion and heritage. 📍 Sri Dalada Maligawa, Kandy – Sri Lanka #EsalaPerahera #DaladaPerahera #KandyFestival #TempleOfTheTooth #SriLan