Friday, May 11, 2012

'Dalada Maligawa', Kandy, Sri Lanka.

The 'Dewa Sannhidhana' - courtyard in front of the 'Dalada Maligawa', with a temporary tent put in place for a State function for Wesak day celebrations. The 'Paththiruppuwa' is behind the tent.

The entrance gate to the 'Dalada Maligawa'

A view from the 'Paththiruppuwa' - the premises of the 'Natha Dewala'

The moat in front of the 'Dalada Maligawa'
Video:-
http://www.youtube.com/my_videos_annotate?v=r7ZGg1xtPIU

Thursday, May 10, 2012

Tuesday, May 8, 2012

Wesak decorations, 'Peoples Leasing', Avissawella, Sri Lanka.

Manioc 'Dansala', Avissawella, Sri Lanka.




Part of the Wesak Day festivities in Sri Lanka. Donations of boiled Manioc yam, with fried chillies and 'sambol' to any and every one.
Video:-
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3n9vG5NVHdA