කැලණිය රජමහා විහාරය

An important Buddhist temple complex known for its religious history, murals and annual Duruthu Perahera.

පැමිණීමට හොඳම කාලය

November – April

විවෘත වේලාවන්

5:30 AM – 8:00 PM

ඇතුළුවීමේ ගාස්තුව

Free (donations welcome)

අවශ්‍ය කාලය

1–2 hours

විශේෂාංග

• View the temple murals and shrine buildings
• Learn about the temple’s religious traditions
• Observe the architecture and sacred Bo tree
• Visit during the Duruthu Perahera season, if appropriate

Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya is a major Buddhist place of worship near Colombo. Buddhist tradition associates the site with a visit by the Buddha. The temple is known for its shrine buildings, paintings and the annual Duruthu Perahera. Visitors should approach the site respectfully.

ඡායාරූප

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යන ආකාරය

Take a bus or tuk-tuk from Colombo or Gampaha towards Kelaniya; confirm the nearest stop locally.

නරඹන්නන් සඳහා උපදෙස්

Remove footwear where required, dress modestly and ask before photographing worshippers.

නිතර අසන ප්‍රශ්න

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It is famous for its Buddhist heritage, beautiful temple paintings, sacred stupa and the annual Duruthu Maha Perahera.

What can visitors see at Kelaniya Temple?

Visitors can explore the stupa, reclining Buddha statue, Bodhi tree, Vibhishana shrine and famous historical murals.

Visitors can explore the stupa, reclining Buddha statue, Bodhi tree, Vibhishana shrine and famous historical murals.

The temple is generally open daily from 5:30 AM to 8:00 PM. General admission is free for both local and foreign visitors. Donations are welcome.

When is the best time to visit Kelaniya Temple?

Early mornings and late afternoons are ideal. January is particularly special because of the annual Duruthu Maha Perahera.

How much time is needed to explore Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya?

Approximately 1–2 hours is sufficient to explore the temple complex, admire the paintings and visit its main religious attractions.