Sri Lanka Buddhist pilgrimage tour provides an opportunity to explore the living witnesses of centuries old Buddhist civilizations of Sri Lanka. Majority of the people believe in Theravada Buddhism, in Sri Lanka. Therefore, Buddhist pilgrimage tours offer the best opportunity to observe Theravada Buddhism practices in Sri Lanka.
Sri Lanka is rich with world’s most venerated Buddhist pilgrimage sites. During the Buddhist Pilgrimage tour, you can easily explore the most respected Buddhist places of worship including the shrines, pagodas and age old statues of lord Buddha. You can participate for the religious Rituals and understand the Buddhist culture in Sri Lanka.
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Habarana is one of the most visited tourist destinations in Sri Lanka located in the center of the Cultural Triangle where you can easily access most of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites (Sacred City of Anuradhapura / Ancient City 0f Polonnaruwa / Sigiriya / Dambulla) together with National Park. Recommended destination during your Buddhist tour in Sri Lanka.
Anuradhapura UNESCO World Heritage site was the cradle of glorious Sinhalese Buddhist civilization and the center of Theravada Buddhism for centuries. Because of the city’s magnificent collection of ruins and living heritages, UNESCO named it as a world heritage site in 1982. You will be visiting a handful of Buddhist pilgrimage sites of Sri Lanka during your visit to Anuradhapura.
Polonnaruwa was the second capital of Sri Lanka for three centuries from 11th to 13th century after the destruction of Anuradhapura Kingdom in 993. Due to its archeological prominence and the ancient technological superiority UNESCO declared Polonnaruwa as a World Heritage in 1982. Polonnaruwa ancient city is one of the most important Buddhist Pilgrimages sites in Sri Lanka.
Sigiriya Rock Fortress was built by King Kashyapa during the reign of 473 – 495 which is standing majestically 660 feet straight up. Today Sigiriya rock fortress is one of the most famous Archeological Treasures. A most recommended place to visit during your family holiday in Sri Lanka.
Kelaniya Temple is one of the most venerated Buddhist Temples in Sri Lanka. This sacred temple dates back to the time before chronologically recorded history of Sri Lanka. It is believed to be the place where Buddha visited Sri Lanka for the third time. This is among the must visit Buddhist pilgrimage sites in Sri Lanka.
Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple - situated near Beira Lake, in the heart of Colombo, is one of the latest additions to Buddhist temples in Sri Lanka. Originally a small hermitage on a piece of marshy land, it gradually grew into the monastery complex it is today, This temple is also a recommended place to visit during Sri Lanka Buddhist Pilgrimage tour.