Thiruketheeswaram Temple Mannar

Thiruketheeswaram Temple

Thiruketheeswaram Temple is one of five ancient Iswarams dedicated to Lord Shiva in the country. Built around the ancient port of Manthottam, around 2,400 years ago.

Koneswaram Temple statues

Koneswaram Temple

One of five ancient Ishawarams dedicated to Lord Shiva, its existence can be traced back to before 400BC, and is referred to in historical texts as the Kailash of the South.

muthiyangana raja maha viharaya

Muthiyangana Raja Maha Viharaya

The history of the Muthiyangana Raja Maha Viharaya revolves around Lord Buddha’s third visit to the island. Its a part of the 16 sites of veneration.

Nainativu Nagadeepa Purana Vihara

Nagadeepa Purana Vihara

A part of the 16 sacred sites of veneration in the country, Nagadeepa Purana Vihara was where Lord Buddha preeched during his second visit to the island.

tissamaharama raja maha vihara

Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara

Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara lies on the shores of the Tissa Wewa on ground consecrated during the third visit of the Buddha together with 500 arahants.

Aukana Buddha Statue Anuradhapura

Aukana Buddha Statue

The Aukana Buddha Statue is one of the finest examples of rock sculpture in Sri Lanka. Its regarded as the tallest ancient rock sculpture in the country.

Aluvihara Rock Cave Temple

Aluvihara Rock Cave Temple

Aluvihara Rock Cave Temple holds great importance to preservation of Theravada Buddhism, it was here that the Tripitaka was transcribed on ola leaves.

Kiri Vehera Kataragama

Kiri Vehera

The Kiri Vehera takes its name from its gleaming white structure which stands 95-feet tall. During his 3rd visit, Lord Buddha delivered a sermon here.

Dawatagaha Jumma Masjid And Shrine Colombo

Dawatagaha Jumma Masjid And Shrine

The Dawatagaha Jumma Masjid And Shrine, and its ornate, minaret studded architecture has made it a landmark of this part of Colombo.

Gangaramaya Temple Colombo

Gangaramaya Temple

Gangaramaya temple is a beautiful temple, with one section built on the waters of the Beira lake. The temple exhibits a diverse blend of architectural styles and vivid wood carvings.