was the last capital of the Sinhala kings whose patronage enabled the Dinahala culture to flourish for more than 2,500 years until the occupation of Sri Lanka by the British in 1815. It is also the ...

Known as a sacred city ... Gautama Buddha's tooth to Sri Lanka in the fourth century. Since then, kings have guarded it as a symbol of sovereignty, and the golden temple that houses it was built ...

Sri Lanka, a breathtaking island in the Indian Ocean, invites you to explore its ancient ruins like Sigiriya, sacred sites like the Temple of the Tooth, and colonial gems in Galle. Wander through tea ...

or Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, in Kandy. This UNESCO World Heritage Site houses a revered relic of the Buddha’s tooth, drawing devotees from across the globe. The Sacred relic was brought to Sri ...

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 ...

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 ...

This is the home of Sri Lanka’s most important Buddhist relic – a tooth of the Buddha. The temple is a cultural and spiritual epicentre with daily rituals that are a spectacle of reverence and ...

still exists in the ancient capital kingdom of Anuradhapura in Sri Lanka. The famous Temple of the Tooth in Kandy which is a UNESCO world heritage site holds the sacred Tooth Relic of the Buddha.

In time, the Bodhi tree became a symbol of political power for the Sinhalese Kings until the arrival of the Sacred Tooth Relic of ... A Buddhist temple (wat) which came to be called Wat Po Lanka (the ...