The Ther festival of the historic Nallur Kandaswamy Temple in Jaffna took place in a grand manner on Friday. The flag-hoisting ceremony took place on on August 19, and festivities will carry on for 25 days.

Today’s events commenced following religious observances at the Nallur Kovil at 6 a.m.

Sri lankans living abroad and foreigners also attended this significant festival.

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