Sri Sudarshanaramaya Purana Maha Temple Welihinda Weligama


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Welihinda village of is located between Denipitiya and Tellijawila villages. It is situated 6 kilometers away from Weligama town area. The Sri Sudarshanaramaya Purana Maha Temple in Welihinda which had its beginnings in 1780 is famous for its Wehelle Sangha generation. Sri Sudarshanaramaya Purana Maha temple is in fact two temples built at the same time only separated by an road. Before you reach into temple please read Temples in Weligama article.


Stupa of Sri Sudarshanaramaya Purana Maha temple

Sri Sudarshanaramaya Purana Maha Temple lies right at the Weligama - Akuressa road almost at the center of the village right next to the road. Although this looks a new temple from outside, in the rear of the temple, stands a large 'Stupa' which has been recently conserved. In addition you will find scattered stone artifacts including stone columns of an ancient building at this temple.
Etrance of Sri Sudarshanaramaya Purana Maha temple
Stupa of Sri Sudarshanaramaya Purana Maha temple

Architectural design of Sri Sudarshanaramaya Purana Maha temple

This temple consists of all the main features such as chetiya (pagoda), sacred Bo-tree and Samadhi Buddha statue. The main entrance to the inner chamber is flanked by 2 guard figures carrying a sword in one hand. The statues are built on a high platform. The paintings around these clay statues and the wooden roof are somewhat decayed. The Dragons Arch above the entrance is damaged and only a part of the left side still survives. Inside the left wall of the inner chamber you will find Buddha statue, all decorated with elaborate Dragons Arches (Makara Thorana).
Makara Thorana of  Sri Sudarshanaramaya Purana Maha temple

Many people are now concerned about this place as a mark of romanticism because the beautiful architecture and classy looks of this temple present a serene and breathtaking look. Many honeymoon couples come and visit the temple for taking blessings from the Buddha. Historically, the temple was built as an underground temple where people used to worship but now it has emerged as one of the most important and prime examples of modernity. Due to all these characteristics, Sri Sudarshanaramaya tourist attraction now has emerged to a huge amount in many ways.
Image house of Sri Sudarshanaramaya Purana Maha temple

How to get here?

Before visiting the temple please refer this article to learn how to visit temples in Sri Lanka.

By public transport - by bus
Travelers can easily reach this place by using Weligama - Akuressa bus. You can easily find the bus route number 336. Bus will operate 2 per one hour. It’s just over 6 km to your Weligama town, which is a bit before Welihinda junction. Take tickets for Welihinda. And you can ask from conductor to inform you to get off from Welihinda temple. Otherwise use Google maps. It may takes 20 minutes time to reach bus to Welihinda. On your way back you can easily find any bus which is travel towards Weligama town. Almost all the buses will go to Weligama town.

By your own vehicle:
To get there, you can take the Weligama - Akuressa road from Weligama. It’s just over 6 km to your destination, which is a bit before Welihinda junction. You can ask anyone there for directions to the Welihinda temple. You could also use Google Maps since the spot is marked there.

Location in the Google map




Articles about other Buddhist temples around Weligama area.

Bodhimalu Temple
Agrabodhi Rajamaha Temple
Rajakulawadana Rajamaha Temple
Gangarama Maha Temple
Sri Gangarama Rajamaha Temple
Polwathumodara Temple
Sri Sudarshanaramaya Temple


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Last Updated on: 2019/05/30

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