10 Sacred & Religious Sites in Colombo That You Shouldn't Miss

October 20, 2021 Renato Branum

Colombo is the gateway to Sri Lanka for most travelers—but don’t be tempted to simply pass through this diverse and interesting city. Take a train ride along the coast to Mount Lavinia, a popular beach, or explore the Talangama Wetland, which several TripAdvisor travelers say is the perfect place to take a break from the bustling streets of the city.
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1. Chabad of Colombo

70 Green Path, Colombo 00300 Sri Lanka +94 77 340 9048 [email protected] http://www.chabadsrilanka.com
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5.0 based on 9 reviews

Chabad of Colombo

The Chabad House is located in a large and spacious building in the city center. It functions as a Jewish center that gives service to all Jewish needs: Synagogue, Mikva, Library, a kosher restaurant, dormitories and more.

2. Kelani Raja Maha Viharaya

Kelaniya Sri Kalyan Viharaya, kelaniya, Colombo Sri Lanka +94 11 2 911505 http://Www.kelaniyatemple.org
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

Kelani Raja Maha Viharaya

3. Dhamma Vihara Buddhist Center

No.137 B 40, Samurdhi Mawatha North Siyambalape, Colombo 11607 Sri Lanka +94 77 744 5546 [email protected] http://pateebha.com/
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Dhamma Vihara Buddhist Center

Meditation or Mindfulness is a way to train your mind for getting a healthy sense of perspective. It is a process to transform the mind and develop great concentration levels.To practice compassion in all our actions and add more love to the world. To promote individual peace of mind, compassion for all beings, spiritual growth, and an ethical way of life based on Buddhist principles.

4. Colombo Arulmigu Sivasubramaniya Swami Kovil

131 Kew Road corner Sri Murugan Street, Colombo Sri Lanka +94 11 2 432225 https://www.facebook.com/Velunduvenaillai/
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Colombo Arulmigu Sivasubramaniya Swami Kovil

5. Modara Sri Vengateshwara Maha Vishnu Temple

100 Temple Road, Colombo 01500 Sri Lanka +94 11 2 524014 https://moderavishnukovil.lk/
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Modara Sri Vengateshwara Maha Vishnu Temple

6. Christ Church Galle Face

54 Sir Mohamed Maccan Markar Mawatha, Colombo 00700 Sri Lanka http://www.christchurchgft.org/
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4.5 based on 2 reviews

Christ Church Galle Face

7. Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil

Kotahena, Colombo Sri Lanka
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4.5 based on 101 reviews

Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil

Reviewed By 189diannec - Redmond, United States

This is a gorgeous Buddhist temple with amazing art work. Take your time and allow at least an hour for the visit. Be sure to also allow time to study the art work in the museum.

8. Asokaramaya Buddhist Temple

Thimbirigasyaya Rd, Colombo 00500 Sri Lanka
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4.5 based on 197 reviews

Asokaramaya Buddhist Temple

Reviewed By T6993KXdavidm - Bathurst, Australia

A visit here is a step back in history. This establishment is steeped in tradition and well worth a visit

9. Borella All Saints Church

96 Ananda Rajakaruna Mawatha, Colombo 01000 Sri Lanka +94 11 2 693051
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4.5 based on 26 reviews

Borella All Saints Church

10. St. Mary's Church

4 Laurie's Road, Bambalapitiya, Colombo, Colombo 00400 Sri Lanka +94 11 2 588745 http://www.stmarysbambalapitiya.org
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4.5 based on 5 reviews

St. Mary's Church

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