Hindu Sites

Naguleswaram temple is a very ancient temple believed to be one of the five Iswarams (divine residences) of Shaivism. This temple was built where the Sadhu Nagulaswami used to worship a lingam (usually an oblong shaped stone, representing the male attribute and seen also as a flame, symbol of life and creation. The lingam is often placed on a base, the yoni, which symbolizes the female).

Overlooking the ancient port towns of Mantai and Kadiramale, the ruined temple has been restored, renovated and enlarged by various royals and devotees throughout its history. Ketheeswaram is one of five Ishwarams dedicated to Shiva and is venerated by Saivites throughout the continent. Ketheeswaram temple is an ancient Hindu temple in Mannar, Northern Province Sri Lanka.

Overlooking the ancient port towns of Mantai and Kadiramale, the ruined temple has been restored, renovated and enlarged by various royals and devotees throughout its history. Ketheeswaram is one of five Ishwarams dedicated to Shiva and is venerated by Saivites throughout the continent. Ketheeswaram temple is an ancient Hindu temple in Mannar, Northern Province Sri Lanka.

Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil lies about 1.5km from theJaffna town on the Kankesanturai Road. This is an important temple in theJaffna Peninsula and the most well-known. The history of the temple dates back to the time of King Parakramabahu VI (1411-1463) ofKotte Kingdom. King Parakramabahu VI had two adopted sons, Sapumal Kumaraya (prince) and Ambulugala Kumaraya (prince).

Saivites throughout the continent venerate Konesvaram temple in Trincomalee, Sri Lanka. It is built atop Swami Rock, a rocky cape overlooking Trincomalee, a classical period harbour port town. The primary deity is the Hindu God Lord Shiva in the form of Konesar. At its summit is the Konesar temple; the main shrine of the Koliesvaram Temple Compounds, is one of three ancient connected Hindu temples on Swami Rock with a considerably sized Gopuram.

Munneswaram Temple complex is a collection of five temples, including a Buddhist temple. The central temple dedicated to Shiva is the most prestigious and biggest, and is popular amongst Hindus. The other temples are dedicated to Ganesha, Ayyanayake and Kali.

The Vishnu temple Vallipuram is one of the oldest temples in Jaffna. The temple attracts worshippers daily, on Sundays in particular. Situated amidst a vast expanse of sand dunes, it is difficult to imagine that the area was once a capital city of theJaffna region.

Historic stone Hindu temple with intricate carvings, sculptures & colorful shrines.

Situated on the Kumana Panama jungle path Okanda Devalaya is believed to be the location God Skanda first sailed into Sri Lanka in a golden boat. The boat, which was turned into a rock, still stands on the Okanda beach known to all as the ‘Ran Oru Gala’.

Sri Kailawasanathar Swami Devasthanam is one of the oldest Hindu temples in Colombo, dedicated to Lord Shiva and Ganesha, and is a special attraction for Hindu travellers.

Old Kathiresan Temple. Older of two Hindu temples in the area. Famous chariot festival is held here every year, where chariots travel from Old.

This temple in Kotahena, northeast of Pettah, is built of South Indian granite.

Maha Vishnu Devalaya. On to the North-West of the palace, in front of the “Natha Devale“ is the “Vishnu Devalya” popularly a the “Maha Devale”

Natha Devale. The Natha Devale is located on the terrace, in front of the Palace complex of Kandy. It is said to have been in existence even before.

Maruthanar Madam Anjanajar Temple. Maruthanar Madam Anjanajar statue is 72 feet high and established in early 2013. This god hanuman statue

Thiru Murikandy Pillayar Temple. Murikandy Pillayaar temple is a must-stop for most travelers who visit to and fromJaffna on the Jaffna-Kandy (A9)

Seetha Amman Temple. NUWARA ELIYA, the picturesque Sri Lankan hill station known for its fine quality tea, has seen a growing traffic of visitors to what tourist brochures term “the only Sita temple in the world”.

Nainativu Nagapooshani Amman Temple. Nainativu Nagapooshani Amman Temple is an ancient and historic Hindu temple located amidst the Palk Strait.

Divurumpola. This is the place where Seetha Devi underwent “Agni Pariksha” (test). It is a popular place of worship among locals in this area.

Shri Bhakta Hanuman Temple. Shri Bhakta Hanuman Temple is built by Chinmaya Mission of Sri Lanka. Located inRamboda on Kandy-Nuwara Eliya.

Shiva Devale No 1. Just south of the Quadrangle, the 13th-century Hindu temple Shiva Devale No 1 displays the Indian influence that returned after

Kataragama Temple. Kataragamam temple in Kataragama, Sri Lanka, is a temple complex dedicated to Buddhist guardian deityKataragama deviyo and Hindu War.