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The Kandy Esala Perahera, also known as the Sri Dalada Procession, is one of Sri Lanka’s grandest festivals, held annually in Kandy. This magnificent event showcases a procession of beautifully adorned elephants, traditional dancers, drummers, fire performers, and whip dancers, making it one of the most breathtaking Buddhist festivals in the world. The 10-day festival is a celebration honoring the Sacred Tooth Relic of the Buddha, which is housed in the famous Temple of the Tooth (Sri Dalada Maligawa).