High Commission of India wishes a blessed Vap Poya Day which commemorates Lord Buddha's return to Sankassa Pura from Thawthisa, where he preached the Abhidhamma to the Gods. Importance of Vap Poya ( ) Colombo Dhamma Friends (CDF) Marking #VapPoyaDay with an interesting nugget on the cultural significance of a 2500 year old monastic tradition of Katina Ceremony related to it #DidYouKnow? Katina, meaning firm, refers to the offering of Significance of Vap Poya day Katina pinkama The noblest Buddhist religious activity News Features Daily Mirror Vap Poya Vap full moon poya day is of special significance especially for Buddhists in Sri Lanka because of Katina Cheevara puja the offering of wet season robes to Buddhist priests who