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Temple of the Tooth Museum, Buddhist museum at Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy, Sri Lanka

The Temple of the Tooth Museum spans two floors within the temple complex, displaying religious artifacts and historical documentation of Sri Lankan Buddhism.

The museum contains portraits of Kandyan Kings and personal items from King Keerthi Sri Rajasinha, including his head cover, chest piece, and traditional garments.

Exhibits include a silver water pot from King Kirti Sri Rajasimha and a painted replica of Buddha's Foot Print from Thailand's King Borom Kot.

Located at coordinates 7°17′38″N and 80°38′19″E, the museum presents its collection across two levels with documented records on the first floor and artifacts above.

The museum houses a Relic Casket containing physical remains of Thera Moggliputta, establishing direct connections to early Buddhist traditions in Sri Lanka.

Location: Kandy

Website: http://sridaladamaligawa.lk

Website: http://sridaladamaligawa.lk

GPS coordinates: 7.29389,80.63861

Latest update: March 2, 2025 22:02

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