19th July 2019 12:02:21 Hours
The annual Dakshina Dalada Perehara of Somawathiya Rajamaha Viharaya in Polonnaruwa was held on a grand scale at the sacred Somawathiya temple premises on the Esala Full Moon Poya Day (16) amidst thousands of devotees.
Sri Lanka Army added their share to this historical event by organizing a colourful display of lanterns in addition to the security arrangements of the premises. The display was opened by Ven. Pahamune Sri Sumangala Nayake Thero, the Chief Incumbent at Somawathiya Rajamaha Viharaya, Mr. Gamini Jayawickrama Perera, Minister of Buddha Sasana and Lieutenant Colonel Priyantha Wijekoon, Chief Coordinator Civil Affairs SFHQ (E).
This historical procession is held annually to pay homage to the sacred Tooth Relic of the Lord Buddha, enshrined inside the Somawathiya pagoda.
The procession consisted of many traditional local dances such as fire-dances, whip-dances, Kandyan dances and various other multi-ethnic dances, in addition to elephants, adorned with colourful garments. latest Running Sneakers | adidas garwen spezial white shoes - New In Shoes for Men
