Gangaramaya Temple, Buddhist temple near Beira Lake, Colombo, Sri Lanka
The temple complex incorporates multiple buildings including a sanctuary, museum, library, and educational halls spread across its grounds near the water.
Founded in the late 19th century by scholar monk Hikkaduwe Sri Sumangala Nayaka Thera, the temple expanded from a small structure into a major religious center.
The buildings display architectural elements from Sri Lanka, Thailand, India, and China, reflecting the Buddhist connections across Asian countries.
The temple requires visitors to wear clothes covering shoulders and knees, remove shoes before entering, and maintain silence in worship areas.
The temple museum contains the smallest Buddha statue in Sri Lanka, which requires a magnifying glass to view properly.
Location: Colombo
GPS coordinates: 6.91625,79.85642
Latest update: December 5, 2025 16:13
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