The Embassy of Sri Lanka in the Republic of Indonesia celebrated Vesak Day in collaboration with the Association of Sri Lankans living in Indonesia at the Embassy premises on 26 May 2024.
The event, included a Dhamma Sermon by the Chief Incumbent of the Vihara Siddharta in Jakarta, attended by around 100 Sri Lankan and Indonesian Buddhists. The Embassy premises were adorned with Vesak lanterns, Buddhist flags and lighting to symbolize the Sri Lankan Vesak traditions.
During the event, the Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the Republic of Indonesia Admiral (Prof.) Jayanath Colombage welcomed the gathering and briefed attendees on the historical Buddhist relations between Sri Lanka and Indonesia.
Indonesian Buddhists from various Buddhist Associations, along with Sri Lankans living in Indonesia, enjoyed delicious Sri Lankan cuisine, at the end of the celebrations.
Embassy of Sri Lanka
Jakarta
28 May 2024
