Sri Lanka is popular for many vibrant processions (peraheras), and Kataragama Maha Perahera hosted by the Kataragama Dewalaya is indeed one of the main ones. It’s a procession that’s equally important to Buddhists, Hindus, and Islamic communities in Sri Lanka, and amidst the chaos of COVID-19, the pandemic, the officials say that they will still conduct the procession following all due rituals.

The procession will be followed by traditions such as flag hoisting (21st July) and fire walking (31st July). Maha Perehera will be held on the 03rd of August and those who are interested in witnessing this grand procession can stay at one of the Tissamaharama hotels the likes of Kithala Resort and witness this live opportunity.