Must-visit in Colombo | Amazing Hindu Shiva Temple

🐋Sri Kaileswaram Temple 🥙Sri Kaleshwaram Kovil is a Shiva temple located behind the busy Colombo Railway Station and Beira Lake Water Market. 🍜There is also a small temple on the left dedicated to Ganesha, the elephant-headed son of Shiva. 🌭Additionally, there are shrines dedicated to other deities such as Skanda, Durga, Virava, Ambal, the Nine Planets, Kali, Brahma, and Sandeeshwara. 🥫Founded in 1783, this temple is the oldest Hindu temple in Colombo. 🍝 It was initially built by a group of South Indian Chetti merchants who migrated to Sri Lanka for business two centuries ago and jointly funded the construction of this place of worship. 🥙The temple is relatively large in scale. 🥫The majestic blue gateway of the main temple stands 80 feet high. 🥔The interior of the corridor features exquisite painted ceilings decorated with images and statues, immersing visitors in the spiritual atmosphere of the temple. 🥙 It is also one of the rare Hindu temples in Colombo that explicitly allows photography inside, and tourists can even enter the sanctum sanctorum. 🍡If you happen to visit during prayer time, you will be fortunate enough to hear the melody of classical religious music. 🍕In the ethereal atmosphere, following the staff to participate in the rituals will surely be an unforgettable experience. 🌽Ticket: 500 LKR / 12 CNY. The price is reasonable, and there are no restrictions on photography, with no extra charges. 🍢It offers a great experience. 🌮You must take off your shoes before entering the temple. 🍊 It's best to wash your feet first and then again after the visit. 🍢Nearby attractions: It is only about 300 meters away from Colombo's modern landmark "Lotus Tower". 🍣You can take photos of the two together from inside the temple, or choose to climb to the top of the Lotus Tower to enjoy a panoramic view of the city skyline and the distant sea view. #SriLanka#Hinduism#CulturalAttractionSharing