Categories: Events & Festivals

Kandy Esala Perahera – A Historically Significant Event

A carnivalesque air dominates Kandy, Sri Lanka during the month of August. The reason being that the Kandy Esela Perahera is held during this auspicious month. The Perahera is an ancient rain-making ceremony that also upholds the powers of the Tooth Relic that is safe-guarded in the temple premises. Today, the perahera is a spectacle cum religious ceremony. The rituals are held ten days before the perahera. If you want to be a part of it all be in Kandy from 8th-18th Aug 2016. Earl’s Regency Hotel will help you gain access to all the events. From one of the most recognized Sri Lanka luxury resorts you will witness the preparations for the grandest religious ceremony in the island.

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