Avurudu falls on April 13 or 14 and marks the Sinhala and Tamil New Year. It is governed by astrology, structured around specific rituals, and unlike any other celebration you will witness here.
The Kandy Esala Perahera runs for 10 nights in July or August. It is the most spectacular procession in Asia — 100 elephants, fire dancers, drummers. Here is how to attend, where to sit, and what you are actually witnessing.
