Statements (114)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:festival
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| gptkbp:attracts |
tourists
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| gptkbp:broadcasts |
gptkb:television
on television |
| gptkbp:celebrates |
gptkb:relic_of_the_tooth_of_Buddha
the Tooth Relic of the Buddha |
| gptkbp:cultural_events |
in Sri Lanka
|
| gptkbp:depicted_in |
local art
|
| gptkbp:duration |
10 days
|
| gptkbp:features |
gptkb:traditional_music
gptkb:animals gptkb:processions cultural performances fire dancers traditional dancers candlelight processions |
| gptkbp:has |
gptkb:historical_significance
local and international participants various rituals a vibrant atmosphere |
| gptkbp:has_duration |
10 days
|
| gptkbp:has_historical_significance |
in Sri Lanka
|
| gptkbp:held_annually |
in July or August
|
| gptkbp:highlights |
Sri Lankan tourism
Kandy's cultural calendar |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Perahera festival
|
| gptkbp:includes |
gptkb:animals
cultural performances drummers fire dancers traditional dancers |
| gptkbp:involves |
gptkb:offerings
lighting of lamps |
| gptkbp:is |
a UNESCO recognized event
one of the oldest festivals in Sri Lanka |
| gptkbp:is_a_blend_of |
religion and culture
rituals and festivities |
| gptkbp:is_a_celebration_of |
gptkb:Buddhism_in_Sri_Lanka
Buddhist heritage community unity Buddhist traditions Buddhist values Sri Lankan diversity |
| gptkbp:is_a_gathering_for |
gptkb:devotees
local artists cultural enthusiasts families and friends |
| gptkbp:is_a_platform_for |
gptkb:cultural_exchange
|
| gptkbp:is_a_showcase_of |
traditional arts
artistic talent Sri Lankan craftsmanship traditional Sri Lankan attire |
| gptkbp:is_a_source_of |
community pride
local pride local employment |
| gptkbp:is_a_symbol_of |
unity among communities
Sri Lankan identity |
| gptkbp:is_a_time_for |
gptkb:cultural_revival
community involvement family gatherings cultural performances spiritual reflection community gathering cultural pride spiritual gatherings cultural appreciation charity and giving cultural exchange. |
| gptkbp:is_a_unesco_recognized_event |
for cultural heritage
|
| gptkbp:is_associated_with |
gptkb:rituals
the Temple of the Tooth |
| gptkbp:is_attended_by |
local dignitaries
|
| gptkbp:is_celebrated_for |
gptkb:devotion
|
| gptkbp:is_celebrated_in |
gptkb:Buddhism
gptkb:traditional_music gptkb:Kandy gptkb:fireworks gptkb:the_sacred_Tooth_Relic offerings to deities the 4th century offerings to the Buddha in July or August processions of dancers |
| gptkbp:is_characterized_by |
colorful decorations
procession of elephants |
| gptkbp:is_documented_in |
in various media
|
| gptkbp:is_known_for |
colorful costumes
its vibrant atmosphere elaborate costumes its grandeur its elaborate decorations its grand finale |
| gptkbp:is_organized_by |
gptkb:Kandy_Esala_Perahera_Committee
local communities |
| gptkbp:is_part_of |
Sri Lankan culture
Sri Lankan heritage |
| gptkbp:is_recognized_for |
its historical roots
|
| gptkbp:is_reflected_in |
Sri Lankan identity
Sri Lankan spirituality |
| gptkbp:is_supported_by |
government initiatives
local businesses |
| gptkbp:located_in |
gptkb:Kandy
|
| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Sri_Lanka
|
| gptkbp:main_event |
the city of Kandy
in Kandy |
| gptkbp:major_attraction |
for photographers
|
| gptkbp:occurs_in |
Esala Poya
|
| gptkbp:originated_in |
Buddhist traditions
|
| gptkbp:significant_event |
in the Buddhist calendar
|
| gptkbp:symbolizes |
gptkb:cultural_heritage
|
| gptkbp:was_marked_by |
music and dance
fireworks displays |
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Temple_of_the_Tooth
|
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
5
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