Lord Buddhas Birthday - SAGA DAWA

 

2. Saga Dawa




Saga Dawa Festival is one of the most famous of the Sikkim festivals. The festival celebrates Lord Buddhas birthday and is a great day for the people who follow Mahayana Buddhism. Tourists and travelers alike who want to understand the basic philosophies of Buddhism and are looking to acquaint themselves with it on their journey can be a part of this festival and get to see from close what the festival is all about.

The monks of the Mahayana Buddhism light butter lamps on these days in the monasteries. This way they show their obeisance to Lord Buddha who is believed to have enlightened their paths in life. It is one of the best family-friendly-festivals in Sikkim

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