Why do we celebrate Sinhala and Tamil New Year?

Why do we celebrate Sinhala and Tamil New Year?

A vibrant celebration of two cultures – Sinhala & Tamil New Year. The Sinhala and Tamil New Year is a season of celebration and joy to everyone all over Sri Lanka irrespective of age, colour or religion. … The New Year marks the transition of the Sun from Meena (Pisces) to Mesha (Aries) in the Zodiac.

Who celebrates the New Year April 14?

Baisakhi is celebrated on April 14, according to the Nanakshahi calendar and the Mool Nanakshahi calendar. It marks the solar new year and the birth of the Khalsa way of living. The festival commemorates the formation of the Khalsa panth of warriors under Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Sikh guru, in 1699.

What is avurudu?

Sinhala and Tamil New Year (Avurudu/Puththandu) is a national holiday in Sri Lanka and is celebrated every April.

How do you say New Year in Sri Lanka?

“Happy New Year!” su∙bȧ a∙luth auw∙rudh∙dhak vḗ∙wa! “Happy New Year to you and your family!”

How do you say Happy New Year in Sri Lanka?

"suba aluth avuruddhak " means wish you a happy new year. Sri Lankan culture links mainly with Sinhala Language & Buddhisum.

What is Vesak festival in Sri Lanka?

Vesak is considered as both a religious and cultural festival in Sri Lanka. It is celebrated on the day of the full moon in May. This festival marks the birth, enlightenment and passing away into Nirvana of the Lord Buddha.

What is the Sri Lankan culture?

The culture of Sri Lanka mixes modern elements with traditional aspects and is known for its regional diversity. Sri Lankan culture has long been influenced by the heritage of Theravada Buddhism passed on from India, and the religion's legacy is particularly strong in Sri Lanka's southern and central regions.

What is the language of Sinhala?

Sinhala is an Indo-Aryan language spoken by about 16 million Sinhalese people in Sri Lanka. It also used as a second language by another 3 million people belonging to other ethnic groups in Sri Lanka, where it is one of the official and national languages, along with Tamil.