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Kim J.•1010 rep•2

Vas Poya monk retreat July to October Impact on tourists

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Vas Poya (July full moon) begins the 3-month monastic rainy-season retreat. Monks stay in one monastery, focus on meditation and teaching. Impact on tourists: temples somewhat quieter during monk-side but public services continue. Public gets meritorious opportunities to bring meals to monks.

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Best experience: attend an evening Bana (Dhamma teaching) at a major temple during Vas Poya — held nightly at Gangaramaya, various Colombo and Kandy temples. Free, welcoming. Wear white/subdued clothing, remove shoes.

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Ravi J.•13750 rep•1

Evening Bana at Gangaramaya. Thanks!

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