Can tourists join the Walk for Peace pilgrimage starting April 21?
I heard there is a major religious walk from Anuradhapura to Colombo next week. Is it open to foreigners and what is the route.
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Yes, the Walk for Peace is open to everyone and will run from April 21 to 28, 2026. A delegation of monks will carry a Bodhi sapling from the Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi in Anuradhapura. The procession will move through major towns toward Colombo. It is a fantastic way to witness authentic Buddhist devotion. If you join, please dress modestly in white clothing and carry plenty of water as the heat is intense this month.
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