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- Buddha Purnima is a festival celebrated by Buddhists.
- It celebrates the birth of Gautam Buddha.
- It is also the date of his death.
- It is celebrated on a full moon day during the month of Vaishakh.
- Buddha also attained enlightenment on this day.
- It is also called Buddha Jayanti.
- It is a predominant festival throughout Asia.
- It is a holiday in the countries where Buddhism is a major religion.
- People light incense and bring food offerings to Buddhist temples on this day.
- Alms are also given to Buddhist monks as part of the celebration.
