Avurudu Kreeda that adds Colour to Festivities…

Avurudu is a time when children as well as adults engage in fun and games alike. As much as traditional rituals are attached to this festival, there are also traditional games that are linked to the avurudu season. Most of these games are played with teams or at least with a few others promoting camaraderie among the neighbors /relatives/ family members. A few of the games are in honor of Goddess Paththini. While some games are played indoors, the majority of the more exuberant games are played outdoors. Some of the most traditional games are:

Words : Lakmini Wijemanne

Onchili Pedeema (Swinging)

Almost as early as the koha’s sound, the swing comes out. Without any division in the ages, swinging is enjoyed by everyone. Young girls and children enjoy themselves very much, swinging and singing “onchili waaram” (songs about swinging)

Olinda Keliya

Played with “olinda” seeds, it is popular among the women folk.

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