Esala Perahera

GPTKB entity

Statements (56)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:festival
gptkbp:broadcasts gptkb:television
gptkbp:celebrates the Tooth Relic of the Buddha
gptkbp:cultural_events unites communities
gptkbp:duration 10 days
gptkbp:famous_event promotes tourism
promotes cultural exchange
celebrates diversity
attracts international visitors
showcases local craftsmanship
lights and colors
honors the Buddha
gptkbp:features gptkb:animals
gptkb:processions
cultural performances
traditional costumes
musical performances
traditional dancers
gptkbp:has_historical_significance gptkb:true
gptkbp:has_tradition procession of the sacred relic
gptkbp:highlights Kandy's cultural calendar
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Esala Perahera
gptkbp:includes cultural exhibitions
drummers
fire dancers
gptkbp:involves offerings to the Buddha
gptkbp:is_a_blend_of religion and culture
gptkbp:is_a_celebration_of gptkb:Buddhism
spans centuries
gptkbp:is_a_gathering_for gptkb:devotees
gptkbp:is_a_showcase_of artistic talent
Sri Lankan traditions
gptkbp:is_a_symbol_of Sri Lankan heritage
gptkbp:is_a_time_for community gathering
gptkbp:is_a_unesco_recognized_event gptkb:true
gptkbp:is_associated_with the rainy season
gptkbp:is_attended_by thousands of people
gptkbp:is_celebrated_in gptkb:Buddhism
gptkb:true
locals and tourists alike
the 4th century
devotional activities
gptkbp:is_characterized_by elaborate floats
gptkbp:is_documented_in gptkb:historical_texts
gptkbp:is_known_for its vibrant colors
gptkbp:is_organized_by the Temple of the Tooth
gptkbp:is_part_of Buddhist culture
gptkbp:is_recognized_for its historical roots
gptkbp:location gptkb:Kandy,_Sri_Lanka
gptkbp:occurs_in July and August
gptkbp:originated_in ancient Sri Lanka
gptkbp:tourist_attraction gptkb:true
gptkbp:was_marked_by processions of elephants
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Ceylon
gptkb:Sri_Lanka
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4