Hundreds of devotees file past
the world famous "Fasting Buddha" statue at
the Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya on Vesak Day.
The bronze statue, 84 cm in height, was sent to Sri
Lanka for public display following a request made by
President Mahinda Rajapaksa during his visit to Pakistan
last month. Special security measures have been put
in place for the protection of this priceless piece
of art which is permanently housed at the Lahore Museum
in Pakistan. Pic by Dinuka Liyanawatta
