Wesak or Buddha day

The most important of the Buddhist festivals. Wesak or Buddha Day celebrates the Buddha's birthday, and, for some Buddhists, also marks his birth and death.

In many countries during the festival, Buddhists will visit their local temple for services and teaching, and will give offerings to the monks of food, candles and flowers.

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