Temple of the Tooth (Sri Dalada Maligawa), Experience the Grandeur of Serene Devotion

Sri Dalada Veediya, Kandy, Sri Lanka
The Holy Land in the Hearts of Sri Lankan People
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Temple

Introduction

In Kandy, there is a solemn and sacred Buddhist holy site known as the Temple of the Tooth. The Temple of the Tooth is a national treasure of Sri Lanka, housing the sacred tooth relic of Gautama Buddha. Every year in August, a ten-day festival called the Kandy Esala Perahera is held here. On this day, you can witness a breathtaking procession, which includes fire dancers, musicians, and a grand procession of elephants adorned with gold and silver jewelry. This festival is one of the grandest Buddhist festivals in the world, attracting Buddhist believers and thousands of visitors from around the globe. The Temple of the Tooth festival is an unforgettable experience that allows people to witness the beauty and sanctity of the event.
Address
Sri Dalada Veediya, Kandy, Sri Lanka
Opening hours
Temples: 5:30-20:00

Worship time: 5:30-6:45, 9:30-11:00, 18:30-20:00

Tooth relic museum: 7:30-18:00
World Buddhist Museum: 8:00-19:00.
Phone +94 812 234 226,

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