Kataragama Temple

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Top 9% of attractions in Sri Lanka
8 / 10

4 expert reviews
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
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"This archaeological museum inside the complex has a collection of Hindu and Buddhist religious items, as well as huge fibreglass replicas of statues from around Sri Lanka" Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
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"About 7km south of Chilaw, this roadside Hindu shrine has building-sized statues of Vishnu and Hanuman." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Kataragama Devale is part of a group of temples...the centrepiece of the site is a striking dig-ge (Drummers' Hall before the temple) bristling with ornately sculpted columns." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
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"The brightly painted tower gateway of the Kataragama Devale demands attention amid the bustle on Kotugodelle Vidiya." Full review