Poya Day is a monthly celebration in Sri Lanka that falls on the full moon day. Each Poya Day is a public holiday and has special significance in Buddhism, marking important events in the life of the Buddha and the spread of Buddhism in Sri Lanka. For instance, Vesak Poya, which usually falls in May, is perhaps the most important Poya Day as it celebrates the Buddha’s birth, enlightenment, and passing away. In June, Poson Poya commemorates the introduction of Buddhism to Sri Lanka by the monk Ma