Bak Full Moon (Pōya) Day
Śrī Saddhātissa International Buddhist Centre 309–311 Kingsbury Road, London, United KingdomAs usual Buddhist devotees observe the eight precepts.
As usual Buddhist devotees observe the eight precepts.
The Sinhala and Tamil New year, one of the most significant annual, non-religious events enjoyed by both the Sinhala and Tamil-speaking Sri Lankans, falls on the 13th and the 14th…
Esala Full Moon Poya Day is a sacred Buddhist holiday celebrated in Sri Lanka, coinciding with the month of Esala in the lunar calendar. It commemorates significant events related to…
Esala Full Moon Poya Day holds a special significance as it marks the beginning of the traditional Buddhist "Vassana" or rain retreat. During this auspicious time, devoted Buddhists invite monks…
As usual Buddhist devotees observe the eight precepts. It is still the period of the vassa (rainy) season. The Nikiṇi Pōya day is related to the legends that tell the…
As usual Buddhist devotees observe the eight precepts. It is still the period of the vassa (rainy) season. Historically the Binara Pōya day marks a religiously important event of establishing…
An occasional ceremony held at the Śrī Saddhātissa International Buddhist Centre as an offering to the twenty-eight Buddhas.
Kathina Chivara Puja is a significant religious event celebrated in various Buddhist traditions around the world. It marks the conclusion of the three-month Vassa (rain retreat) period observed by monks…
Sri Lankan Buddhists celebrate the Un̆duvap Full Moon Day in December as the day of arrival of Theri Saṅghamittā in Laṅkā with a sapling of the Śrī Mahābodhi in the…
January 1 is celebrated as the New Year at the Śrī Saddhātissa International Buddhist Centre with the chanting of paritta as blessings. Throughout the day, devotees attend religious activities dressed…
As usual Buddhist devotees observe the eight precepts. Duruthu Poya Day is a significant Buddhist observance celebrated on the full moon day of the month of Duruthu, which usually falls…