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Sri Dalada Maligawa

cultural & religious site

  • 4.7/5

The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy, Sri Lanka, houses a Buddha’s tooth relic from the 4th century CE, within a gold reliquary in the old Royal Palace. Built in the 16th century and adorned with Kandyan art, it’s a UNESCO site radiating serene vibrancy with incense and chants by Kandy Lake. Visitors join poojas, view weekly relic ceremonies, or attend the Esala Perahera festival (July-August). Restored post-1998 bombing, it enforces dress codes and eco-practices, drawing global pilgrims year-round.

  • Kandy
  • Kandy
  • Central Province
  • Sri Lanka

Do’s :

  • Remove shoes
  • Dress modestly
  • Observe rituals quietly
  • Use polite greetings

Please don’t :

  • Climb behind statues
  • Use flash photography
  • Behave disrespectfully
  • Wear revealing clothes
  • Keep shoes inside sacred areas
  • Dig or disturb grounds

Be careful / Tips :

  • Follow customs
  • Be quiet and polite
  • Avoid loud conversations
  • Avoid visiting alone late at night

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance: Available

Opening Hours

  • Monday: 5:30 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 5:30 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 5:30 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Thursday: 5:30 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Friday: 5:30 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Saturday: 5:30 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Sunday: 5:30 AM – 8:00 PM

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