Buddha’s Birthday (Hong Kong) – Buddhism, the fourth largest religion in the world, being exceeded in numbers by Christianity, Islam and Hinduism, was founded in Northern India by the first known Buddha, Siddhartha Gautama. In 535 BCE he attained enlightenment and assumed the title Lord Buddha (one who has awakened).
Source: www.multiculturalcalendars.com
Part of a posting series on multicultural events for 2009.
Mayor Karen Farbridge's Blog 
May 2, 2009
Celebrating Diversity and Inclusion