Borobudur: Also known as Waisak Day or Vesak Day, the holiday marks the birth of Gautama Buddha -- the father of Buddhism, who is responsible for the religion's core teachings. Observed during the ...

"Vesak", the Day of the Full Moon in the month of May, is the most sacred day to millions of Buddhists around the world. It was on the Day of Vesak two and a half millennia ago, in the year 623 B ...

Vesak is a holy day observed traditionally by Buddhists around the world. Sometimes informally called "Buddha's Birthday" it actually commemorates the birth, enlightenment, and death of Gautama ...

Vesak Day: How the birth, enlightenment and death of the Buddha is celebrated. By Lydia Smith Published 27 May 2015, 12:33 PM BST. Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Share on ...

Also known as Wesak or Buddha Day, Vesak is one of the most important Buddhist festivals and is usually celebrated in May or early June. This year, it falls on Friday 5 May.

Buddha Purnima, also called Buddha Jayanti or Vesak, honours the birth, enlightenment, and death of Lord Gautama Buddha. Celebrated on the Vaisakh full moon, it is a day of peace, reflection, and ...

Borobudur: Also known as Waisak Day or Vesak Day, the holiday marks the birth of Gautama Buddha -- the father of Buddhism, who is responsible for the religion's core teachings. Observed during the ...