A morning at Gangaramaya Temple
A wonderfully eclectic Colombo temple, a museum-like jumble of Buddhas, vintage cars and gifted curios around a tranquil courtyard beside Beira Lake. A wonderfully eclectic Colombo temple, a museum-like jumble of Buddhas, vintage cars and gifted curios around a tranquil courtyard beside Beira Lake.
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Why go
A wonderfully eclectic Colombo temple, a museum-like jumble of Buddhas, vintage cars and gifted curios around a tranquil courtyard beside Beira Lake.
In February, peak season: calm seas off Mirissa and Unawatuna and the most reliable hill-country views of the year.
The practical bit
Getting there: Central Colombo, near Beira Lake.
Hours: 06:00 to 22:00.
Frequently asked
How do I get to Gangaramaya Temple?
Central Colombo, near Beira Lake.
How much does entry cost?
Check the place page; where a sourced fee exists we show it with its source, and free sites are marked free.
When should I go?
Early morning beats both the heat and the crowds at almost every Sri Lankan site.
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