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              Wesak is a colorful festival . It is celebrated by Buddhist all over the world . It is celebrated on the full moon poya day in the month of May . Wesak is celebrated to commemorate the three sacred incidents of Lord Budhdha . First comes the birth of Siddhartha Gauthama , the second event was Siddhartha Gauthama' s supreme attainment as the Buddha , The third event was Lord Buddha's Parinibbana. 

               Apart from Sri Lanka ,  many asian countries including India , Japan , Singapore , Thailand and Taiwan celebrate Wesak  . Wesak is considered as religious and cultural festival . Many religious activities are organized during this period such as Sil campaigns , Bodhi Poojas , Dansalas , Bhakthi Geetha , Pandols and Lanterns. 

               Buddhist generally wear a white dress and go to the temple and participate in the traditional ceremonies . Wesak lanterns called Wesak Koodu are lit in most of the homes on Wesak poya day .We are a country of many religions , but we all choose to celebrate Wesak festival together .

               Loard Buddha instructed his followers  , to pay homage to him by leading noble lives , practice love and kindness , develop their minds and bring peace and harmony to the all living beings.