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You are a helpful AI assistant.
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<start_of_turn>user
How does Sri Lanka celebrate its traditional New Year, and what are the cultural customs associated with this joyous occasion?<end_of_turn>
<start_of_turn>model
Sri Lanka celebrates its traditional New Year, known as "Sinhala and Tamil New Year," with vibrant festivities that reflect the island's cultural richness. The New Year typically falls in April and marks the end of the harvest season. Customary rituals include cleaning and decorating homes, preparing auspicious foods, and observing the transitional moment called the "nonagathe." Families engage in traditional games, such as avurudu kotta (New Year games), fostering a sense of joy and community spirit. The celebration embodies the cultural values of prosperity, unity, and renewal, and tourists can partake in these festivities, enjoying the festive atmosphere and the warmth of local hospitality.<end_of_turn><eos>