Navam Maha Perahera…

The Nawam Maha Perahera of the Hunupitiya Gangaramaya Temple in Colombo commenced today (11), with Trade, Commerce, Food Security, and Cooperative Development Minister Wasantha Samarasinghe and a royal representative from the Thai government placing the sacred casket on the ceremonial elephant, marking the start of the procession. The event was graced by Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya. The Perahera holds great spiritual significance and is accompanied by traditional drummers, dancers, and beautifully decorated elephants. Pix by Pradep Pathirana