The 15-foot tall brass cast Samadhi statue of Lord Buddha at Viharamahadevi Park opposite the Colombo Municipal Council was installed at its site on 26 May 1972.
Viharamahadevi Park is one of the gems of the Colombo city which is situated amidst the hustle-bustle.
The Viharamahadevi Park is the oldest and the biggest park in the port city of Colombo in Sri Lanka. Located near historical places such as the National Museum, Town Hall and the Colombo Public Library, after receiving recent renovations this place has become a central...
Read moreGood park for jogging and enjoying with greenery golden boddha statue. Very nice place for photo shoot and fun with friends and family. Atmosphere is very nice and peaceful. Beauty of old construction with nature. This place look more beautiful in monsoon season. Greenery is everywhere. Picnic place fully time pass. There is to much open space for playing different games in group so group trips is also good for this place. I like because it’s...
Read moreThe serene brass cast 15-foot statue of the Buddha that sits at the entrance to Viharamahadevi Park against a backdrop of green opposite the Town Hall is one of the most well known in Colombo. Devotees stop by to offer flowers and pay obeisance and tourists photograph it from every angle. On this 2017 it mark 45 years since its installation on May 26, 1972, of this largest brass cast Samadhi Buddha Statue in...
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