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Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue, Kandy , Kandy, Sri Lanka
About Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue, Kandy
One of the many things to be toured and experienced in Kandy, the Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue is a huge religious monument. It lies within few meters from Perdeniya and is 88 feet tall statue was provides a very magnificent spectacle. Climbing a few flights of stairs takes you to the calming and peaceful spot created by the monks of Sri Lanka.
This tall statue is a perfect getaway from the bustling streets of Kandy and has a mesmerizing panoramic view of the entire city. The climb to the top is very windy and thus is a wonderful and fun experience. Once on the top you can spot the Kandy Lake, football stadium, tea factory and many other attractions of the Kandy city. An added benefit is the mind blowing selfies and photos you can get from this spot, sure to be worthy of hundreds of likes!
This statue is built on the bahirava kanda hill which literally means the devil’s hills in Sinhalese. As if the height of the statue wasn’t enough, a stairway built besides the statue can take you to even greater height. What is even more striking is to see this statue lit up at night.
This site is worshiped by many tourists and believers of Buddha. Many people offer flowers and light oil lamps at this spot. The government of Sri Lanka is developing this site to attract from tourists from around the world since it has not yet gained the popularity it so deserves.
When in Sri Lanka, make a visit to the most spectacular and tallest statue in the country!
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Places to Visit near Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue, Kandy
St. Paul's Church, Kandy, Central Province
2 km from Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue, Kandy - See map
The St. Paul’s Church in Kandy, Sri Lanka and is located on the sacred grounds of the Temple of the Tooth Relic. This church serves as a...
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Royal Palace of Kandy, Central Province
2.3 km from Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue, Kandy - See map
The reminiscence of the last Kandyan King Wickrama Rajasinhe, the Royal Palace of Kandy is a reminder of the royal past dating as far back as the...
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Temple of the Tooth (Sri Dalada Maligawa), Central Province
2.3 km from Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue, Kandy - See map
As the name already gives it up, the Temple of the Tooth or Sri Dalada Maligawa is a center of Buddhist faith and is believed to house Sri...
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Arthur’s Seat, Kandy, Central Province
2.4 km from Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue, Kandy - See map
The Arthur’s Seat is a perfect lookout located in the heart of the Kandy city. It is a place from where you can overlook the Kandy Lake, the...
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International Buddhist Museum, Central Province
2.8 km from Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue, Kandy - See map
The International Museum of World Buddhism is located near to the Temple of the Tooth and is housed in the former High Court building. It is a...
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Udawatta Kele Sanctuary, Central Province
2.8 km from Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue, Kandy - See map
Also known as the Royal Forest Park of Kandy, the Udawatta Kele Sanctuary is located on the hillside behind the Temple of the Tooth Relic. Being...
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National Museum of Kandy, Central Province
2.9 km from Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue, Kandy - See map
The National Museum is yet another tourist destination located in the city of Kandy. It lies beside the Temple of the Tooth Relic and is visited...
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Kandy Lake, Central Province
3.8 km from Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue, Kandy - See map
Kandy Lake is an artificial lake which was built by the last King of Sri Lanka and of Kandy, Wikarama Rajasinhe. It was originally built to...
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Kandy War Cemetery, Central Province
4 km from Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue, Kandy - See map
The Commonwealth War Cemetery is a melancholic cemetery which is a resting place for the war heroes who dedicated their lives for Sri Lanka during...
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Ceylon Tea Museum, Central Province
5.4 km from Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue, Kandy - See map
A tea factory, a museum, a library and restaurant all housed into one. What more could you ask for?! The Ceylon Tea Museum is the place where you...
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Gadaladeniya Temple, Kandy, Central Province
13.5 km from Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue, Kandy - See map
The Gadaladenia Temple, located Pilimathalawa town in Kandy is the fines example of Buddhist temple architecture. It is a very well-known tourist...
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Lankatilaka Temple, Central Province
16.8 km from Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue, Kandy - See map
The famous Lankatilaka Vihara or Lankatilaka Temple is located at Udunuwara Hiyarapitiya village of Kandy. This temple is built on a huge rock...
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