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🕊️🇱🇰 Temple of the Sacred Tooth – Sri Lanka’s Holiest Site

#summervacay In the heart of Kandy lies a temple unlike any other: The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa) — the spiritual heart of Sri Lanka and home to Buddha’s tooth 🦷✨ This isn’t just a place. It’s a living pilgrimage, a symbol of faith, and a masterpiece of Kandyan architecture. 🌺 What to Expect: Golden-roofed shrine surrounded by a peaceful lake Locals dressed in white offering lotus flowers in silence Sacred rituals held 3 times a day — with chanting, drumming & incense Ornate halls filled with Buddhist art, relics & royal history Serene atmosphere that feels deeply spiritual, even for non-believers 📍Location: Kandy, Sri Lanka 🕒 Opening Hours: 5:30AM–8:00PM 🧘🏻♀️ Ceremony Times: 5:30 AM / 9:30 AM / 6:30 PM (best time to visit) 💡 Tips: 1️⃣Dress modestly: cover shoulders & knees 2️⃣No shoes allowed inside – wear easy slip-ons 3️⃣Don’t turn your back to the shrine when taking photos 4️⃣Visiting the Tooth Temple isn’t just sightseeing — it’s stepping into a sacred rhythm that’s been beating for centuries. #sacredtoothtemple #kandysrilanka #buddhistheritage #spiritualtravel #srilankaculturalsites #templevibes #faithandtradition #ancientasia #srilankaitinerary #travelmindfully
Posted: Jul 4, 2025
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