The Angurukaramulla Temple
Negombo, the city north of Colombo, has a lot to offer, from beautiful beaches to historical attractions. Where the latter is concerned, the Angurukaramulla Temple should not be missed.
Dragon Entrance
Although many believe the entrance to the temple resembles a dragon’s mouth, in reality, it is almost identical to the iconic Cheshire Cat. The gaping maw of this creature that forms the entrance to the temple is one of the venue’s most popular features.
Murals
Within the temple, you will find an astonishing assortment of beautiful murals, with many being as old as the temple itself. These temples depict images from popular Buddhist tales.
The Library
One of the fascinating features of the temple is the library, which is widely believed to be almost three centuries old. Many would assume this library was built before the temple as well, and if you’re vacationing at one of many Negombo hotels situated nearby, such as Amagi Aria, then this is an attraction worth visiting.
Historical Architecture
Given that the temple as a whole is over two centuries old, it is a great place to experience some of Sri Lanka’s vintage architecture. Unfortunately not all the buildings have been equally maintained, which makes it a fairly eclectic setting.
Intrigued by history, art and food, Lavinia Woolf is a writer who is passionate about the extraordinary and writes of the exhilarating and enchanting.
