Sri Lanka Celebrates Poson Poya Honoring 2000 Years of Buddhism
Sri Lanka is observing the sacred Poson Poya festival today, which commemorates the arrival of Buddhism on the island nation over 2,000 years ago. Celebrated on the full moon day in June, this festival marks the momentous occasion when Arahat Mahinda, son of Emperor Ashoka of India, preached the first sermon to King Devanampiyatissa at Mihintale. Devotees have gathered at sacred sites including Mihintale and Anuradhapura, with streets and temples adorned in vibrant lanterns and decorations. The festival is being celebrated with devotion, cultural exhibitions, and special transport arrangements.
Poson Poya 2025 is being observed today across Sri Lanka. It marks the arrival of Buddhism with the first sermon by Arahat Mahinda. President Anura Kumara Dissanayake extended his greetings, emphasizing unity and spiritual revival. India’s High Commission is participating with an exhibition on Indian Buddhist heritage. Free and special train services are being run for pilgrims traveling to Mihintale and Anuradhapura.
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