Statements (112)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:festival
|
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Temple_of_the_Tooth
|
| gptkbp:annual_event |
in July or August
|
| gptkbp:attracts |
tourists
|
| gptkbp:broadcasts |
gptkb:television_series
on television |
| gptkbp:celebrates |
gptkb:relic_of_the_tooth_of_Buddha
the Tooth Relic of the Buddha |
| gptkbp:composed_of |
religion and culture
rituals and festivities |
| gptkbp:cultural_attraction |
for photographers
|
| gptkbp:cultural_events |
in Sri Lanka
|
| gptkbp:depicted_in |
local art
|
| gptkbp:duration |
10 days
|
| gptkbp:events |
the city of Kandy
in Kandy |
| gptkbp:features |
gptkb:mythological_figure
gptkb:processions cultural performances fire dancers traditional dancers candlelight processions |
| gptkbp:has |
gptkb:historical_event
local and international participants various rituals a vibrant atmosphere |
| gptkbp:highlights |
Sri Lankan tourism
Kandy's cultural calendar |
| gptkbp:historical_significance |
in Sri Lanka
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Perahera festival
|
| gptkbp:includes |
gptkb:mythological_figure
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_gathering_for |
gptkb:deity
local artists cultural enthusiasts families and friends |
| gptkbp:is_a_source_of |
community pride
local pride local employment |
| gptkbp:is_a_time_for |
gptkb:archaeological_site
community involvement family gatherings cultural performances spiritual reflection community gathering cultural pride spiritual gatherings cultural appreciation charity and giving cultural exchange. |
| gptkbp:is_associated_with |
gptkb:award
the Temple of the Tooth |
| gptkbp:is_attended_by |
local dignitaries
|
| gptkbp:is_celebrated_in |
gptkb:festival
gptkb:church gptkb:Kandy gptkb:Buddhism_in_Sri_Lanka gptkb:the_sacred_Tooth_Relic gptkb:mythological_figure gptkb:organization Buddhist heritage community unity offerings to deities Buddhist traditions the 4th century Buddhist values offerings to the Buddha in July or August processions of dancers Sri Lankan diversity |
| 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:occurs_in |
Esala Poya
|
| gptkbp:origin |
Buddhist traditions
|
| gptkbp:platform |
gptkb:cultural_exchange
|
| gptkbp:showcases |
traditional arts
artistic talent Sri Lankan craftsmanship traditional Sri Lankan attire |
| gptkbp:significant_event |
in the Buddhist calendar
|
| gptkbp:symbol |
unity among communities
Sri Lankan identity |
| gptkbp:symbolizes |
gptkb:archaeological_site
|
| gptkbp:unesco_world_heritage_site |
for cultural heritage
|
| gptkbp:was_marked_by |
music and dance
fireworks displays |