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Kandy Perahera -

Kandy Perahera

Until Mon 27 Aug 2007 in Kandy
One of the biggest Buddhist celebrations of the year, the annual Esala Perahera is a religious ceremony during which devotees pray for good rains to cultivate the crops. One of Buddhism’s most sacred relics, the Sacred Tooth is taken from the Temple of the Tooth and paraded through the streets. Following this, more festive events take centre stage and visitors can expect to see a lively cast of dancers, jugglers and fire-breathers milling amongst the crowds more »
 
Semana Grande / Aste Nagusia
Until Sun 19 Aug 2007 in San Sebastian
In San Sebastian (Donostia in Basque) the Big Weekend (Semana Grande) is when Aste Nagusia takes place. more »
Tullamore Show and AIB National Livestock Show- Tullamore Show and AIB National Livestock Show
Today only in Offaly
Showcasing the best of rural life in Ireland, the Tullamore Show coupled with the AIB National Livestock Show brings together a packed programme that includes livestock displays and equestrian competitions. more »
City to Surf-Copyright © 2006. The Sydney Morning Herald. City to Surf
Today only in Sydney
Sydney’s City to Surf run is one of the most famous and best-attended fun runs in the world that always attracts good support from locals and tourists. more »
Moynalty Steam Threshing Festival- Moynalty Steam Threshing Festival
Today only in Moynalty
Celebrating the good old days of steam threshing when things were done by hard graft, horse and steam power, the Moynalty Steam Threshing Festival brings together a vintage collection of tools and machinery of yesteryear. more »

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