In Buddhism, full moons bring Uposatha or Poya, a day of observance. This Pink Moon marks Bak Poya, a national holiday in Sri Lanka honoring Buddha's second visit to the island, and Theravada New ...
Vassa is a period of retreat and reflection in the Theravada tradition that begins after Uposatha. Vassa is the rainy season, which lasts for around three months in most Southern Asian countries.