Kataragama
The small remote town of Kataragama is an important pilgrimage
The small remote town of Kataragama is an important pilgrimage site in Sri Lanka and a holy place for Buddhists, to seek divine assistance. It is a wonderful place where the legends become real, and wafting magical smell of incense is intoxicating. The shrine is believed to be built by King Dutugemunu in the 2nd century BC, dedicated to the Kataragama Deviyo (God). The famous Kataragama festival is when then sleepy quiet town comes alive. It is a primetime for devotees for pilgrimage. The Kirivehara and the Maha Devale shrine are two other places rich in Buddhist culture in Kataragama.
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About
Spread across a large area, this destination is nothing if not diverse. Choosing a single place to focus your time, that is a true challenge. There are attractions everywhere so be ready to come back another day, and after some time here, that’s exactly what you’ll want to do. Exploring the Area The biggest cities are along the coast.
Getting Around
A perfect city for exploring on foot with a shop around every corner. Much of the inner city can be walked without trouble, however, in parts walking include crowds, uneven streets, heavy traffic, and skinny sidewalks. If that’s a problem, there are plenty of taxi’s to ride in and scooters to rent.
History & Culture
Early History Home to years of history, which stretched far and wide. Due to the characteristic weather, the earliest explorers completely bypassed the area. The first settlement in the area was founded 1770 as a mission community. In addition to the mission, a military fort was built.
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