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Kataragama
Multi-faith sacred town
Visit one of the island's holiest towns, sacred to Buddhists, Hindus, Muslims and Veddas, where the Kataragama Devalaya, ritual bathing in the Menik Ganga and the fire-walking Esala Festival draw thousands.
The experience
Why you’ll love Kataragama
Visit one of the island's holiest towns, sacred to Buddhists, Hindus, Muslims and Veddas, where the Kataragama Devalaya, ritual bathing in the Menik Ganga and the fire-walking Esala Festival draw thousands.
Plan a trip to KataragamaSri LankaThings to do in Kataragama
- 01Kataragama Devalaya
- 02Kirivehera Buddhist Stupa
- 03Menik Ganga (River of Gems)
- 04Sella Kataragama Temple
- 05Maha Devalaya Festival Hall
- 06Wall Art and Offerings Stalls
- 07Peacock Shrines
- 08Yala Entrance Gate
- 09Sacred Bo Tree
- 10Religious Processions
Kataragama
