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Vesak / Buddha Day | Buddhism
On May 01, 2026
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Vesak / Buddha Day
Monday 01 May (31 April) 2026
Faith: Buddhism
Vesak is a major Buddhist festival, celebrating the birth, enlightenment, and death of the Buddha. Also known as ‘Vishakha Puja’ or ‘Buddha’s Day’.
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