Katina 2023: Making of King Muchalinda
Kieren Ratnayake
Head of Religious and Cultural Events
The Katina Perahera is an important event for all Buddhists across the world, to celebrate the enlightenment of Lord Buddha.
LBYG this year is planning to make a float depicting Mucalinda protecting Lord Buddha from a heavy downpour. It is said that this occurred on the 6th week after He had obtained enlightenment.