Religious sites in Kandy District

Sacred Sites of Spiritual Heritage

This collection highlights the diverse spiritual landscape of Kandy, centered around the UNESCO-listed Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. It features 14th-century architectural landmarks like Gadaladeniya Temple, known for its South Indian influence, alongside modern centers like Nelligala. The list encompasses significant Buddhist viharas with ancient murals, colonial-era Anglican churches, and vibrant Hindu kovils, reflecting the region's multi-religious history and traditional Kandyan craftsmanship.

Sacred Sites of Spiritual Heritage — Map

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A

Bahirawakanda Temple

Features a prominent 88-foot tall white Buddha statue visible from across Kandy. Built in 1972, the site offers panoramic views of the city and surrounding hills.

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B

Sri Dalada Maligawa

Sri Dalada Maligawa, commonly known in English as the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, is a Buddhist temple in Kandy, Sri Lanka.

C

Nelligala International Buddhist Center

A modern Buddhist complex located on a hilltop in Muruthalawa, known for its gold-colored statues and 360-degree views of the central highlands.

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D

St. Paul's Church, Kandy

St. Paul's Church is an Anglican church in the historical district of Kandy, Sri Lanka on sacred grounds west of the Temple of the Tooth.

E

Hindu Kovil

Traditional Hindu place of worship serving the local community.

F

Hindu Kovil

Traditional Hindu place of worship serving the local community.

G

Hindu Kovil

Traditional Hindu place of worship serving the local community.

H

Dhamma Kuta Vipassana Meditation Centre

A meditation center offering Vipassana courses in the tradition of S.N. Goenka, set in a secluded hilly environment near Kandy.

I

Gadaladeniya Temple

A 14th-century temple built on a rock outcrop, showcasing a blend of Sinhalese and South Indian Hindu architectural styles with intricate stone carvings.

J

mirissala temple

Place of Worship

K

Degaldoruwa Raja Maha Viharaya

An 18th-century cave temple renowned for its well-preserved Kandyan-style murals and a large reclining Buddha statue carved into the rock.

L

Dodangastenna Rajamaha Viharaya

Historic Buddhist temple serving the local community in the Kandy region.

M

Temple

Place of Worship

N

Alagalla Temple

Buddhist temple located near the base of the Alagalla mountain range.

O

Sudharmaaramaya

Place of Worship

P

Sri Sudharmarama Maha viharaya

Place of Worship

Q

Buddhist Temple

Place of Worship

R

Nayapana Waththa Temple

Local Buddhist temple situated in the Nayapana estate area.

S

Pallegama Temple

Place of Worship

T

Buddhist Temple

Place of Worship

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