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Detail from a map of India and the Middle East, showing the route of the Prince of Wales' tour
The Prince of Wales's Tour of India in 1875-6

Albert Edward's tour aimed to strengthen ties between the two countries

SYDNEY PRIOR HALL (1842-1922)

Pera-hera and Devil Dancers at Kandy

2 December 1875

RCIN 923318

The Prince of Wales, seated here on the left, was entertained by a procession, called Pera-hera, of more than 30 elephants and masked dancers, outside the Pavilion or Governor's Residence at Kandy. Pera-hera, a Buddhist festival, is usually celebrated in July or August, but a rehearsal was organised for the Prince to see during his visit to Ceylon.


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