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Sri Lankans Celebrate Vesak with Splendor, Devotion, and Generosity-by Kalani-eLanka Vesak, the most significant Buddhist festival, is celebrated with great fervor and enthusiasm by Sri Lankans every year. This year, the celebrations fall on the 23rd and 24th of May, marking a time when the island nation comes alive with vibrant decorations, religious observances, and community activities. Vesak, also known as Buddha Purnima, commemorates three major events in the life of Gautama Buddha: his birth, enlightenment, and passing away (Parinirvana). For Buddhists in Sri Lanka and around the world, it is a time of deep spiritual reflection, meritorious deeds, and communal harmony. In the weeks leading up to Vesak, Sri Lankans prepare meticulously to ensure that their homes, temples, and streets are beautifully decorated. The preparation involves crafting various traditional decorations that light up the night with their colorful and intricate designs. Vesak Lanterns (Vesak Koodu) Vesak lanterns, or “Vesak ...