Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple Colombo
The Gangaramaya Temple is one of the most popular and iconic temples located in Colombo. The Gangaramaya temple's architecture features a heterogeneous mix of Sri Lankan, Thai, Indian, and Chinese styles. Located on the banks of the famous Beira Lake in Colombo 2, the Gangaramaya consists of the main temple, a museum, a library and vocational training centers.
Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya (Buddhist Temple)
Situated 10km away from the heart of Colombo is the Kelaniya Rajamaha Viharaya. The ancient chronicle ‘Mahavamsa’ states that on the eighth year following enlightenment; the Buddha visited Kelaniya with 500 Bikkhus (Monks) on the invitation of King Maniakkhikha to preach the dhamma.
Bellanwila Raja Maha Viharaya (Buddhist Temple)
Located on the outskirts of Colombo away from the hustle and bustle of city life, lined by beautiful green paddy fields is the Bellanwila Raja Maha Viharya. Easily accessible and situated along the road to Maharagama this temple holds a special place in Buddhist devotees of Sri Lanka.
Anuradhapura
Anuradhapura was established as a capital by the Wijeya dynasty and had continued as a royal capital throughout the reign of over 100 rulers. With the foreign invasions Anuradhapura lost its glimmer and faded into the creeping woods but the colonial rule once again discovered this ‘lost city’ and it stands today as a testimony to the architectural and aesthetical wonders of the ancestors of Sri Lanka.
Dambulla Golden Temple
The Golden temple of Dambulla also known as the Cave Temple of Dambulla bears witness to the rich cultural heritage of Sri Lanka. Located about 142 kms away from Colombo the Dambulla cave temple is the best preserved rock temple complex in Sri Lanka.
Temple of the Tooth Relic Sri Lanka
Situated in the ancient kingdom in the central highlands of the country Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy also known as Dalada Maligawa is considered one of the holiest and sacred sites for Buddhists. It is believed that the Temple is home to one of the tooth relics of Lord Buddha.
Ruwanweliseya
Many stunning landmarks and temples with excellent architecture may be found in Sri Lanka. Ruwanwelisaya, the second-largest stupa in Anuradhapura, is one of the famous temples in Sri Lanka. Keep on reading. You will no doubt begin making travel plans to Sri Lanka, adding Ruwanwelisaya to your must-see list by the time you finish reading this article.