Athupandalama ritual at Kataragama Temple

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The ritual known as ‘Athupandalama’ took place at the Kataragama Temple in view of the Esala Perehara. The ceremony marks the thatching of the hut in front of the main Temple and its branches are called Athupandalama. The ritual takes place every year. Pix by Nisal Baduge

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Athupandalama ritual at Kataragama Temple

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