This sacred Buddhist site, popularly known as the city of Senkadagalapura, was the last capital of the Sinhala kings whose patronage enabled the Dinahala culture to flourish for more than 2,500 years ...

Sri Lanka is set to reach three million tourists by 2025, as the island bounces back from its economic crisis, aiming to boost revenue and showcase its vibrant ...

Here D.C. Ranatunga looks at how the Tooth Relic was protected and venerated by royalty over the centuries Sri Dalada – the Sacred Tooth Relic of the Buddha – is the most precious object of worship ...

Some years ago, when the funds of the temple became low, and it was necessary to raise money for the crowd of priests who live in Kandy, the tooth was exposed to the view of pilgrims for three ...

Beyond its historical and cultural allure, Sri Lanka is a treasure trove of natural beauty. The turquoise waters of Mirissa, Unawatuna, Tangalle and Pasikuda beaches are ideal for relaxation, while ...

The US Embassy in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture and the Central Cultural Fund, launched a new conservation project to protect the ancient Thuparama Image House, a key site within the ...

A top travel advisor shares why Sri Lanka is the perfect destination ... consider visiting the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. Located in Kandy, the place of worship is where Gautama Buddha ...

Colombo, Sri Lanka—The sacred Buddhist landmarks in Sri Lanka have become popular pilgrimage destinations for many Bhutanese pilgrims, particularly among the elderly population. Besides spiritual ...

Kandy, located in the heartland of the tear-shaped island of Sri Lanka in the Indian Ocean ... is Sri Dalada Maligawa (or the Temple of the Scared Tooth Relic), which is also a UNESCO World ...