The Kandy Esala Perahera has a long history that is synonymous with the country's rich Buddhist culture. One of the grandest pageants in the hill capital, the Esala Perahera celebrates the Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha and is held in the Lunar month of Esala which falls in July or August. Witness highlights of the spectacular parade of dancers, acrobats and music and the magical traditions of the Perahera! www.facebook.com/tourismsrilanka.gov.lk www.youtube.com/c/srilankatravelvideo . . . #KandyEsa

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With a historic significance that dates back to 305-331 A.D., the Esala Perahera is a religious and cultural pageant that is the biggest Buddhist and cultural festival in Sri Lanka! Learn more about the history of the grand Esala Perahera! . . . #HistoryOfPerahera #KandyEsalaPerahera2021 #SoSriLanka #ExperienceSriLanka #VisitSriLanka #CultureInSriLanka #SriLanka #SriDaladaMaligawa | Tourism Sri Lanka

12K views · 141 reactions | A number of elephants being paraded in the Kandy Esala Perahera tonight ran amok causing spectators to run for cover. Several attempts were made to calm the majestic animals who could not be controlled and as a result, the Perahera was disrupted, causing fear and panic to spread. Many people were seen videoing the incident. | Daily Mirror | Facebook