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Today is the most important day for followers of Buddhism all over the world. According to the Lunar calendar, today is full moon day, which coincides with the birthday, enlightenment day and passing day of Gautama Buddha. Different countries celebrate this day in different names but the essence and importance of the day is similar. Thai people celebrate today as Visakha Bucha Day whereas Nepali people celebrate it as Buddha Jayantee. The United Nations celebrates today as Day of Vesak. In recognition of Buddhism's contribution to world peace and harmony, the United Nations recognised in the year 1999, "the Day of Vesak". Such recognition is a matter of pride for all of us.