Sinhala and Hindu New Year, one of the most celebrated festivals, symbolizing prosperity and ethnic harmony in the country, is a time of joy and renewal for Sinhala and Tamil population in Sri Lanka.
April 13th marks the journey of the Sun from Meena to Mesha (from Pisces to Aries) in the Zodiac advocating the dawn of a new year for Sri Lankans according to the Sinhala calendar.
The New Year vibe spreads all over the island since the beginning of the month of April although celebrated on 13th and 14th of April.
New Year festivals are held around the island throughout the month, comprising of different traditional games where both children and adults take part in to cherish this joyful period of the year.
