Experts' Choice Award Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara
What the experts agree on
Revered as a site Buddha himself visited, Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara draws pilgrims and travelers alike. Experts highlight its spiritual significance, ornate carved pillars, and easy day-trip access from Colombo.
“a pretty, medieval temple with 28 carved pillars and a stunning elaborate door.”
– Lonely Planet
Afar Magazine "The Kelaniya Temple near Colombo makes a fine day trip from the city." Full review
Lonely Planet "It’s believed Buddha visited the site of this temple on his third visit to Sri Lanka." Full review
Lonely Planet "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 1 Star
"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
Time Out ""The sin of a life time, are all rendered null, once worshipped at Kelaniya a single time"" Full review
