Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara

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9 / 10

6 expert reviews

“a pretty, medieval temple with 28 carved pillars and a stunning elaborate door.”

– Lonely Planet

Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"The Kelaniya Temple near Colombo makes a fine day trip from the city." Full review
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"It’s believed Buddha visited the site of this temple on his third visit to Sri Lanka." Full review
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"About 85km south of Anuradhapura and 25km northwest of Kurunegala, where the Puttalam and Anuradhapura roads meet, is this Kandyan-style temple, which is worth popping into if you’re passing by" Full review
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"Hidden away in Kandy's leafy outskirts is the little-visited, but fascinating, Degal Doruwa Raja Maha Vihara cave temple, constructed (with the help of some obliging boulders) in the 18th century" Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
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"Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara and its dagoba attract fervent followers of Buddhism, particularly the inhabitants of Colombo from the south. In this temple, that suffered the ravages of..." Full review