Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Kandy – UNESCO World Heritage Site
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Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Kandy – UNESCO World Heritage Site
Here you can visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, located in the royal palace complex which houses the sacred tooth relic of the Lord Buddha. Since ancient times, the relic has played an essential role in local politics because it is believed that whoever holds the relic holds the governance of the country. Moreover, Kandy was the last capital of the Sri Lankan kings and is a UNESCO world heritage site. So, 7 km from Kandy is the village of Amunugama, famous for its murals on the wall separating the vestibule from the inner chamber The Royal Palace of Kandy And on the stories portrayed on the natural rock ceiling.
Also, 12 km from Lankatilake Viharya, built on the top of a rock called Panhalgala, offering a magnificent panoramic view of the surrounding hills, also the rice fields and the variegated vegetation that surrounds it. Then The Embekke Devale sanctuary is located in the village of Embekke, about 13 km from Kandy, and is undoubtedly the most beautiful living example of wooden architecture and also art in Sri Lanka due to the innumerable elaborate sculptures on beams, beams, columns, shelves , doors, doors and windows Gadaladeniya Raja Maha Viharaya, built on a rock at the village of Gadaladeniya on the border of Udunuwara and Yatinuwara, is a famous village that produces metalwork ornaments typical of the island.
Theravada Buddhism is the official religion of the majority of Sri Lanka practised by 70% of Sri Lanka’s population. Moreover, Theravada Buddhism and religion have long influenced culture is particularly strong in the southern and also central regions of the country. Before Visit, find out about these practical label tips.
Never touch or pat the top of a Buddhist monk’s head, including small children in temples. This seen as disrespectful.
Don’t take selfies with a statue of a Buddha.
Also, don’t turn your back on any figure of the Buddha.
Don’t share appropriate clothes when you are going to religious sites or temples.
Keep in mind that on full moon days, Poya (monthly) is not possible to serve or sell alcohol. Even in these days, no meat is sold in the markets.
If you have Buddha tattoos on your body, you must take care to hide them because it is considered disrespectful to have a Buddha image on your body.
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Buddhism in Sri Lanka
A Short History:
Wonderful 15-day spiritual tour in Sri Lanka, bursting with cultural richness, many stunning historical landscapes and fabulous sacred sites with intriguing history. Commencing from Negombo, you will explore the former capital cities and discover more than 9 amazing ancient monuments and temples, such as: The Sacred City of Anuradhapura (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Sigiriya rock fortress (UNESCO World Heritage Site), the Ancient City of Polonnaruwa (UNESCO World Heritage Site), the incredible stone cave temple in Dambulla, the Ancient Kingdom of Yapahuwa, Arankele Ancient Monastery and the Mysterious Forest Monastery of Ritigala.
