Navam perera procession in Colombo,Sri Lanka
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2357 x 3543 px | 20 x 30 cm | 7.9 x 11.8 inches | 300dpiDate taken:
6 February 2012Location:
Colombo,Sri LankaMore information:
The annual Navam Perehara held by the Gangaramaya buddhist temple in Colombo, Sri Lanka during the full moon in February displays the religious and cultural traditions of Sri Lanka.Hundreds of monks clad in colouful robes solemnly walking in the procession are a unique sight. Youth clad in white carrying Buddhist flags march in front. Sacred relics housed in a casket are carried by a majestic elephant on its back. Dancers display the different types of dances prevalent in different parts of the country. So are the drummers who exhibit their skill in handling numerous forms of drums. Many elephants also participate.