Preparing for Vesak...

May 14, 2022  

 

 

The streets of Colombo were seen bustling with venders selling lanterns and Buddhist flags as the country prepares for Vesak Full Moon Poya Day, one of the most important festivals in Sri Lanka. (Pic By - Sanjeewa Lasantha)

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