This Roman Catholic Cathedral, the construction of which began in 1876 and only completed in 1910, has a classical façade with a large forecourt and is said to contain the tombs of three French Bishops. The Cathedral has distinct Gothic architecture. The interior captivates the visitor with its architecture and ...

Tucked away next to the Beira Lake, the Gangaramaya Vihara is probably Colombo’s most famous Buddhist temple. Since 1890, it has been making a valuable contribution to Buddhist traditions in Sri Lanka. Indeed, Gangaramaya Viharaya has become a world renowned centre for worship and Buddhist learning. 

Les anciens Kelani Raja Maha Viharaya, située à six miles de Colombo, est aux côtés de la rivière Kelani.

Bellanwila Raja Maha Viharaya, située près de Mount Lavinia, a une longue histoire et l'a sanctifié.

Ce qui était autrefois un marais jouxtant la célèbre lac Beira, une étape décisive dans la capitale, est aujourd'hui un complexe animé comprenant le temple Gangaramaya, le «Seema Malaka» - un hall d'assemblage des moines - dans le pittoresque lac Beira et un institut de ...