Seeking blessings on ’Bak’ Poya Day

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Devotees are seen engaged in religious observances at Gangaramaya Temple and Bellanwila Raja Maha Viharaya today to mark the 'Bak' Full Moon Poya Day. The significance of Bak Poya was historical since it marks Buddha's second visit to Sri Lanka. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel and Pradeep Dilrukshana

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Seeking blessings on ’Bak’ Poya Day

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