The 3rd Kumbal Perahera is the third part of the Kandy Esala Perahera, focusing on religious rituals and cultural performances to honor the Tooth Relic of the Buddha. It features decorated elephants, traditional Kandyan dances, and drumming. The event maintains the spiritual and cultural traditions, setting the stage for the grander final stages of the festival, such as the Randoli Perahera. The 3rd Kumbal Perahera continues the solemn devotion and community unity of the celebration.
Highlights
From 1 hour to 3 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour to 3 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private seat to view Kandy Esala Perahara
Entry OR Admission Fee
Personal guide
Food and Drink
Meeting Points
Departure
Esala Perahera Festival
Return
Kandy Esala Perahera - Day 03 (2026-Aug-20)
Kandy
About
The 3rd Kumbal Perahera is the third part of the Kandy Esala Perahera, focusing on religious rituals and cultural performances to honor the Tooth Relic of the Buddha. It features decorated elephants, traditional Kandyan dances, and drumming. The event maintains the spiritual and cultural traditions, setting the stage for the grander final stages of the festival, such as the Randoli Perahera. The 3rd Kumbal Perahera continues the solemn devotion and community unity of the celebration.
The Esala Perahera in Kandy is one of the oldest and grandest of all Buddhist festivals in Sri Lanka, featuring dancers, jugglers, musicians, fire-breathers, & many more. This is held in Esala (July or August) which is the month that is believed to commemorate the first teaching given by the Buddha after he attained enlightenment. The Kandy Esala Perahera lasts for ten days while various festivities can be witnessed right throughout. The Sinhalese term ‘Perahera’ means a parade of musicians, dancers, singers, acrobats and various other performers.
