Asalha Puja Day (Asanha Puja, Asarnha Bucha, Dhamma Day) is a Buddhist festival that occurs on the full moon of the eighth lunar month, which is usually in July. The festival pays homage to the Buddha and commemorates the Buddha's first sermon and the founding of the Buddha's Sangha - four noble truths.  

 On this day, many Buddhist all over the world head to their temples to practice Dharma. They also tithe money to the monks and listen to sermons that tell them of the great beginning. Often, candles and incense are lit before or during the sermons.