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BUDDHIST PLACES IN SRI LANKA
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Bentara Galapatha Rajamaha Viharaya | View GalleryBentara Galapatha Rajamaha Viharaya - It is believed that the physical relics of Arhath Maha Kasyapa Thero are inside the Sthupa of this temple. And some believe that his body is safely buried in a secret place in this temple. Arhath Maha Kashyapa Thero is regarded in Buddhism as an enlightened disciple, being foremost in ascetic practice. The temple was built during the reign of Anuradhapura Kingdom under the leadership of King Saddhatissa (Reign: 137 BC – 119 BC).
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Batathota Diva Guhawa | View GallerySituated in Sudagala, approximately 8 km (5 mi) from Kuruwita in the Sabaragamuwa Province of Sri Lanka, the Batatotalena Cave, also known as Diva Guhava in Buddhist literature, forms a captivating cave system. In the realm of Buddhism, the Batatotalena Cave holds special significance, believed to be the cave where the Lord Buddha spent a day following the placement of his footprint on Sri Padha (Adam's Peak) in his third and final visit to Sri Lanka.
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Maligakandha Mahabodhi Viharaya | View GalleryMahabodhi Agrasrawaka Viharaya (Maligakanda) is a renowned Buddhist temple located in Colombo, Sri Lanka, known for its historical and cultural significance. The temple houses the sacred relics of Arhath Sariputtha Thero and Arhath Moggallana Thero (The two chief disciples of the Lord Buddha). One of the notable attractions within the temple complex is the preserved vehicle of Anagarika Dharmapala.
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Sigiriya - Image Shrine | View GalleryThis cave in the Sigiriya Garden had been used as a dwelling for the Sangha during the first monastic phase. It was converted into an Image House during the 2nd monastic phase after king Kashyapa. There is evidence of a second drip-ledge beyond the original drip-ledge, and of paintings drawn on the plastered interior rock face.
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Sigiriya - Bo Tree Shrine | View GalleryThe Bodhigaraya constructed in Sigiriya premises is an important monument belonging to the monastery complex, a building erected for the Bodhi tree during the second monastic phase after king Kasyapa. The basic plan of this Bodhigara (Bodhi Tree Shrine) consists of a circular outer stone wall, a brick-built platform in the centre, and a square pit of stone slabs for the Bodhi tree.
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In December 2008, I got this idea when I visited an old temple called Lankathilaka Rajamaha Viharaya in Gampola, Sri Lanka. It was built by King Buwanekabahu the 4th in the 14th Century AD. I was amazed by the temple's cool environment and its beautiful paintings, designs, and crafts. This got me thinking about how many unknown Buddhist places there might be in Sri Lanka. So, I started collecting information and visited both old and new Buddhist places in Sri Lanka.
After finishing my GCE Ordinary Level Examination in 2009, I quickly made a Facebook Page called "Buddhist Places In Sri Lanka." It started small but has become a big project now. On our page, we share information about Sri Lankan Buddhist temples, mainly using pictures to show people the history and beauty of each temple. Our main audience is people from other countries who like visiting Buddhist places and can plan a good trip to Sri Lanka using our images and information.
Our main goals are to give accurate information about Sri Lankan Buddhist places, highlight lesser-known sites, and help Sri Lanka's tourism. We have built a fan base of around 40,000 people from both Sri Lanka and other countries, and we have gotten positive feedback from many foreigners around the world. We are proud to say that our Facebook page is the FIRST in the world that focuses on Sri Lankan Buddhist religious sites.
Even though we started on Facebook to reach many people, we realized not everyone uses it. So, in 2010, we made a Blog to make things easier for everyone.
On the blog, we organized our pictures and information by provinces and districts in alphabetical order. It is not just about pictures and words, but we also have maps, videos, nearby places to stay, museums, and many more. We also share pictures of Buddhist festivals and events too. We made sure our blog is easy for anyone to use. Now, if you search for Sri Lankan Buddhist Places, our blog is one of the top 10 results.
Regards,
Danula Randika Wickramaarachchi
[Founder & Content Manager : 2009 - Present]
E-Mail : [email protected]
After finishing my GCE Ordinary Level Examination in 2009, I quickly made a Facebook Page called "Buddhist Places In Sri Lanka." It started small but has become a big project now. On our page, we share information about Sri Lankan Buddhist temples, mainly using pictures to show people the history and beauty of each temple. Our main audience is people from other countries who like visiting Buddhist places and can plan a good trip to Sri Lanka using our images and information.
Our main goals are to give accurate information about Sri Lankan Buddhist places, highlight lesser-known sites, and help Sri Lanka's tourism. We have built a fan base of around 40,000 people from both Sri Lanka and other countries, and we have gotten positive feedback from many foreigners around the world. We are proud to say that our Facebook page is the FIRST in the world that focuses on Sri Lankan Buddhist religious sites.
Even though we started on Facebook to reach many people, we realized not everyone uses it. So, in 2010, we made a Blog to make things easier for everyone.
On the blog, we organized our pictures and information by provinces and districts in alphabetical order. It is not just about pictures and words, but we also have maps, videos, nearby places to stay, museums, and many more. We also share pictures of Buddhist festivals and events too. We made sure our blog is easy for anyone to use. Now, if you search for Sri Lankan Buddhist Places, our blog is one of the top 10 results.
Regards,
Danula Randika Wickramaarachchi
[Founder & Content Manager : 2009 - Present]
E-Mail : [email protected]