Esala Perahera Explained: What Happens on Each of the 10 Nights?
The Kandy Esala Perahera is often described as a 10-night festival, but the famous night-time processions are only one part of the wider celebration. Before the first Kumbal Perahera takes to the streets of Kandy, several important ceremonies take place. And even after the final Randoli Perahera, the celebrations continue with more traditional rituals. So, the complete Esala Perahera...Read More
Kandy Esala Perahera Cast: Read the Procession
The Kandy Esala Perahera is made up of around 1,000 people and up to 100 elephants, taking part in five sections: the Maligawa Perahera, representing the Sri Dalada Maligawa, followed by the four Devala Peraheras of Natha, Vishnu, Kataragama and Pattini. But it is much more than just a colourful parade. Everyone has a role, and the procession follows a carefully arranged order connected to...Read More
Origin of Esala Perahera: History Behind The Grand Procession
For more than 1,700 years, Esala Perahera has been one of Sri Lanka’s most important religious and cultural celebrations. Held every year in the historic city of Kandy, this grand procession honors the Sacred Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha. But behind this world-famous celebration lies a remarkable story of ancient rituals, royal traditions, and centuries of history that shaped the festival...Read More
Esala Perahera: Guide to Sri Lanka’s Most Sacred Cultural Festival
Every year, the streets of Kandy come alive with the sound of traditional drums, the glow of flaming torches, beautifully decorated elephants, and hundreds of dancers dressed in colorful costumes. This is Esala Perahera, one of the oldest and most famous cultural festivals in Asia. More than just a parade, Esala Perahera is a religious and cultural celebration that has been held for...Read More
The Story of Ceylon Cinnamon: Sri Lanka’s World-Famous Spice
When the name “Ceylon” is mentioned, most people immediately think of Ceylon Tea, one of the world’s finest teas produced in Sri Lanka. But centuries before Ceylon Tea earned its global reputation, another treasure from the island had already captivated the world: Ceylon cinnamon. Known as “True Cinnamon,” Ceylon cinnamon has been one of Sri Lanka’s most...Read More