The Sri Lankan New Year — the Sinhala and Tamil New Year — is undoubtedly the country's biggest cultural and festive celebration. A large part of April in Sri Lanka involves a multitude of rituals, preparations and festive activities. Originally based on the annual harvest season and the local zodiac system, the Sri Lankan New Year is a time for family and friends, shared food and memories that go beyond the differences of ethnicity and religion. In celebrating Avurudu/Puththandu 2021, here’s a throwback to some of our favourite new-year-related content:Of Ancient Serpent Worshippers And Auspicious Timeshttps://roar.media/english/life/srilanka-life/of-ancient-serpent-worshippers-and-auspicious-timesShared Customs Between The Sinhalese And Tamil Communities At New Yearhttps://roar.media/english/life/srilanka-life/shared-customs-between-the-sinhalese-and-tamil-communities-at-new-yearFive Avurudu Traditions That Are No Longer Practicedhttps://roar.media/english/life/history/five-avurudu-traditions-that-are-no-longer-practicedAccidentally Sri Lankan: Top 5 Not-Quite-Sri Lankan Foodhttps://roar.media/english/life/food/accidentally-sri-lankan-top-5-not-quite-sri-lankan-foodSeven Traditional Outdoor Games You Can Play This Avurudu Seasonhttps://roar.media/english/life/culture-identities/7-traditional-outdoor-games-you-can-play-this-avurudu-seasonFour Rabana Beats To Play During Avuruduhttps://roar.media/english/life/sponsored/four-raban-beats-to-play-during-avuruduIt's Avurudu! But Be Careful About Crackershttps://roar.media/english/life/srilanka-life/it-s-avurudu-but-be-careful-about-crackers

Source: The Nation April 13, 2021 11:03 UTC