To start, what is Vesak? Vesak is a Buddhist holiday that commemorates the three most important milestones in Gautama Buddha’s life; his birth, enlightenment and parinirvana (nirvana after death). It is an important day for Buddhist’s all over the world (aside from Sri Lanka, it is also celebrated in India,...

As we get closer to Avurudu, everyone is looking forward to the rituals and ceremonies, and of course - the parties that take place over the weekend. Every year, astrologers choose a colour that is to be worn by everyone on New Year's Day at an auspicious time - it...

Celebrating Sinhala and Tamil New Year starts at home. All the preparations begin at home. From repairing any damages, doing any construction, repainting walls to decluttering unnecessary items (old clothes, unused utensils or furniture, old devices) and making room for the new year and of course, a major deep clean...

The New Year has now begun, but the celebrations are not yet over. Despite the fact that everyone is slowly making their way back to work after the long weekends, the extravagant celebrations and abundance of sweet treats - people can celebrate the New Year all month long. Like most...