From Negombo: Kelaniya Rajamaha Vihara Guided Temple Tour
ID: GYG1367337-2086740
Catégorie:
Pays: Sri Lanka
Durée du projet:
1 jours
Description
Discover the sacred Kelaniya Rajamaha Vihara on a guided tour from Negombo. Learn about the temple's history, admire the murals, and observe or participate in Buddhist rituals.
Begin your journey with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Negombo. Travel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle and enjoy a scenic drive through the Sri Lankan countryside, passing through Ja-Ela and the outskirts of Colombo.
Arrive at the temple grounds and let your guide assist with temple etiquette. Modest dress is required, and sarongs are available if needed. Remove your footwear before entering the sacred premises.
Explore the temple complex with your guide and learn about the rich legends, ancient history, and living traditions that make Kelaniya one of the most important Buddhist temples in the world. Admire the extraordinary ceiling and wall murals painted by artist Solias Mendis, depicting the Jataka stories and the three legendary visits of the Buddha to Sri Lanka.
Visit the Dagoba (Stupa), one of the most sacred in Sri Lanka, believed to enshrine a throne jewel gifted to the Buddha. See the Sacred Bo Tree, descended from the original Bodhi tree in Anuradhapura. Observe or participate in live puja (offering) rituals and have the opportunity to make traditional flower offerings.
Explore the subsidiary shrines, the temple museum, and surrounding sacred buildings. Enjoy some free time to explore independently, light incense, make personal offerings, or capture photographs of the stunning temple architecture and grounds.
After your visit, board your vehicle for the return drive to Negombo.
Faits saillants
- Visit the Kelaniya Rajamaha Vihara, a sacred Buddhist temple in Sri Lanka
- Admire the extraordinary Solias Mendis murals inside the main shrine room
- Learn about the Buddha's three visits to Sri Lanka from your expert guide
- Observe or participate in authentic Buddhist puja rituals at the temple
- Explore the sacred Dagoba and the ancient Bo tree on a guided tour
Langues
INFORMATION IMPORTANTE
Modest dress is required for temple entry
Remove footwear before entering the sacred premises
INCLUS
- Private air-conditioned vehicle for the entire tour
- Professional SLTDA-licensed English-speaking tour guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Negombo
- Complimentary bottled water
- All parking and toll fees
- Sarong assistance for temple entry if required
NON INCLUS
- Personal expenses or donations at the temple
- Meals or refreshments beyond complimentary water
- Tips and gratuities
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Annulations
Cette excursion peut être annulée sans frais jusqu'à : heures d'annulation avant le début du voyage. Si vous l'annulez après les heures d'annulation ou si vous ne vous présentez pas à l'excursion, le prix total de l'activité vous sera toujours facturé. Tout retard à la prise en charge ou au départ sera considéré comme un retard.
