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Walk for peace reaches Kandy - Hiru News - Srilanka's Number One News ...
A peace pilgrimage commenced its second day today from Aluvihare, Matale, with participants traveling toward the historic Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy. Vietnamese monk Venerable Pagnakara Thera leads the group of monks who initiated this spiritual journey.The march, titled "Ehipassiko Peace Walk," started yesterday in the Dambulla sacred city and is scheduled to continue until the 28th of this month. Notably, a dog named "Aloka" accompanies the monks on this trek for peace.
Peace Pilgrimage Advances to Kandy with Sacred Sapling and Unusual ...
By: Isuru Parakrama April 23, Colombo (LNW): The second stage of the internationally recognised “Ehipassiko Walk for Peace” is underway today (23), as a group of Buddhist monks journey from Aluvihare Temple towards the revered Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. The walk, which began yesterday (22) at the Dambulla Cave Temple, has already drawn attention for its message of reconciliation and spiritual unity. Led by Venerable Pannakara Thero of Vietnam, the procession carries a sapling descended from the sacred Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi—a powerful symbol of enlightenment and continuity in the Buddhist tradition. Along their route, the monks are engaging with communities, encouraging compassion, coexistence, and mindfulness in everyday life. This Sri Lankan chapter of the initiative builds on a previous long-distance peace march undertaken in the United States, where over 200 monks travelled for 110 days from Texas to Washington, crossing ten states and attracting international interest. Organisers have expanded the concept locally, with state backing ensuring the walk continues across key towns and cultural sites until April 28. Adding a distinctive and endearing element to the pilgrimage is a dog named “Aloka”, who has been faithfully accompanying the monks throughout their journey, becoming an unexpected symbol of loyalty and calm amidst the spiritual endeavour.
Walk for Peace Sri Lanka | April 22-28, 2026
Official Website of Walk for Peace Sri Lanka. Get the latest updates on the sacred 7-day peace walk from Anuradhapura to Colombo.
Live; Morning of April 23rd | Walk for Peace Srilanka - YouTube
We are deeply grateful to the Government of Sri Lanka, the Sri Lankan Sangha, and the people of Sri Lanka for their generous support, which has allowed the venerable monks and Aloka to walk this ...
