Poruwa Ceremony

A Poruwa ceremony is a traditional Sinhalese wedding ceremony with Buddhist influences. The ceremony takes place on a "Poruwa", a beautifully decorated, traditional wooden platform. The ceremony involves a series of rituals performed by the bride and groom, and their families.

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