Vesak (Visakha Bucha, Thailand)

The Buddha’s birth, enlightenment and passing, on the Theravada lunar calendar of Thailand (Sri Lanka, Singapore and Malaysia keep Vesak on this day or close to it).

Also on May 26, 2021

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