Warana Rajamaha Viharaya

Warana Rajamaha Viharaya

The history of Warana Rajamaha Vihara, the rock temple, dates back to the 3rd Century BC, to King Devanampiyatissa, first Buddhist monarch of the island.

Kadurugoda Viharaya Jaffna

Kadurugoda Viharaya

The style at Kadurugoda Viharaya is one that is not seen anywhere else in the country. It is believed that these stupas hold the relics of arahat monks.

Nainativu Nagapooshani Amman Temple Jaffna

Shree Nagapooshani Amman Kovil

The Nainativu Shree Nagapooshani Amman kovil is one of 64 Shakthi Peeth around the Indian Subcontinent. These temples are built for goddess Shakthi.

Seetha Amman Temple

Seetha Amman Temple

Seetha Amman Temple, surrounded by the cloud forests of Nuwara Eliya, is the only place of worship dedicated to Lady Sita,the chaste wife of Lord Rama.

Ketchimalai Mosque Beruwala

Ketchimalai Mosque

Ketchimalai mosque in Beruwala, is widely regarded as the place where the first Arab traders landed on the shores of the Island in 1024.

Vallipuram vishnu temple Jaffna

Vallipuram Vishnu Temple

The Vallipuram temple is one of the oldest on the Jaffna peninsula and dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The origins of the temple are believed to be in the 13th century.

shrine of Our Lady of Madhu

Shrine Of Our Lady Of Madhu

One of the foremost sites of Catholic pilgrimage in the country, the shrine of Our Lady of Madhu is located near Mannar within a deep tract of forest.

Ridi Vihara Cave

Ridi Vihara

During the 2nd century BC, king Dutugemunu built Ridi Vihara in gratitude for finding silver which helped him to construct the massive Ruwanweliseya.

Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil Jaffna Sri Lanka

Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil

The Nallur Kandaswamy kovil is by far the most impressive Hindu shrine in Jaffna. Dedicated to Lord Murugan, the present structure dates back to the Dutch era.

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.