6. Isipathanaramaya Temple
The Isipathanaramaya Temple is located in the Isipathana Road, Colombo which is famous for the numerous Buddha statues and carvings on the walls with a combination of small temple and a museum.
It was built in 1916 by Duenuge Disan Pedris, a wealthy merchant, in memory of his only son Henry Pedris who was executed by British officials for alleged incitement of racial riots in 1915 (which were proven false). The temple was constructed on 4.9 acres property that Pedris had purchased in 1905. The temple that is often known for giving a tranquil experience to anyone visiting the place, Isipathanaramaya Temple is a sure shot chartbuster for any traveler. It also features various frescoes, which add another level of charm to the whole experience. The calm that you feel when there is something which every traveler looks for in a visit to any religious spot.
7. Koneswaram Temple
Also historically referred to as Konesar Kovil and the Temple of the Thousand Pillars, Koneswaram temple is a vital Hindu temple in Eastern Province, Sri Lanka. The Koneswaram temple includes a recorded history from 300 CE and also at its zenith was of considerable size and heralded among the richest and most visited temples in Asia. Certainly, it is one of five temples of the island focused on the Hindu deity Shiva whose construction began within the ancient period (Ishwarams), Koneswaram is venerated by Saivites in the area.
8. Gangaramaya Temple
Located on an island in Beira Lake, The Ganagaramaya Temple is one of the most prominent shrines in Colombo. The temple is known for displaying the main features of a Vihara, the Vihara Mandiraya, the Cetiya (Pagada) the Bodhi tree, the Seema Malaka (assembly hall for monks) and the Relic Chamber. One of the major landmarks in Colombo, the temple features a blend of Thai, Chinese, Indian and Sri Lankan styles of architecture. Interestingly, the complex does not only act as a temple, it also is a hub of social welfare through an old age home, an orphanage, educational centers along with a museum a library
9. Sri Kailawasanathar Swami Devasthanam Temple
Also called Kovil Veediya, it is the oldest and one of the largest Hindu temples in Srilanka. It is located at Captain’s Garden, Maradana district, behind the Fort Railway Station. It is also called Captain’s Gardens Pillayar Kovil. Within it is shrines dedicated to Shiva and Ganesh and the temple is known for its rich architecture and historic values. It is the center for celebrations during the harvest festival of Thai Pongal, which is a festival celebrated in January every year which is the most vibrant time for the temple complex.
10. Sri Lakshmi Narayana Perumal Kovil
The Lakshmi Narayana Perumal Kovil in Nilaveli near Trincomalee is a massive temple and colorfully decorated. Sri Lakshmi Narayana Perumal Kovil temple is a newly restored temple complex. Though it was constructed in 2011, it is already a one of the most popular hindu temples in Sri Lanka. A bronze colored Dhwaja Stambha, the flag mast of the temple, is erected in front of the wooden doors. As in the case of Indian Vishnu temples, a Garuda vehicle of Lord Vishnu is in front of the main shrine, which houses Lord Vishnu and his consort, Lakshmi Devi.
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