the Essence is in the air

Revisiting... the People at Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara quietly place fresh flowers, pour water over them, and light sticks of incense near the shrine. Each simple act is a way of showing respect, wishing for peace, and remembering that everything in life passes and changes. Flowers stand for beauty and impermanence, water for purity, and incense for calm and good intentions. These everyday rituals fill the temple with gentle scents and colors, bringing everyone together in a spirit of hope and kindness.