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Rankoth Viharaya
Ranked #2 among Panadura's 6 top attractions with a 4.5-star rating, this ancient Buddhist temple offers a serene spiritual experience. Its historical architecture and peaceful ambiance attract couples and families seeking cultural immersion in Sri Lanka's rich heritage.
4.5
6 reviews
Details of Rankoth Viharaya
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Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Paid parking lot
Free parking lot
Overview - Rankoth Viharaya
Nestled in the tranquil town of Panadura, Western Province, Rankoth Viharaya stands as a serene testament to Sri Lanka’s enduring Buddhist heritage. This historic temple, celebrated as the second top attraction in Panadura, invites visitors to explore its traditional architecture and peaceful courtyards steeped in spiritual significance. With a 4.5-star rating from travelers who value its calm ambiance and cultural richness, the site offers a peaceful retreat for couples and families seeking meaningful cultural immersion. The temple’s well-preserved structures and serene environment reflect centuries of devotion, while its location in the heart of Panadura provides easy access to the region’s natural beauty and local traditions. Whether you’re drawn to quiet contemplation or a deeper understanding of Sri Lanka’s religious history, Rankoth Viharaya delivers a tranquil and authentic experience that resonates with visitors seeking connection to the country’s spiritual roots.
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Highlights
Golden-Pinnacled Stupa
Site of the Panadura Debate
Colonial-Era Image House
Sacred Bodhi Tree
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Main Street, Panadura 12500 Sri Lanka
Reviews
Yasith Hewage
Everything great. But there is no shadow place to worship bo tree closely, but you can sit at shrine house which issue occured of sittibg backward towards to the reclining buddha statue. Gaint pagoda covered sun in the morning helps. Large …
a year ago
thushan ranganath
Its a very ancient Buddhist temple. Painting that you can see here is the one and only paint in the country. It shows persons travail through a cart that pushing by a stick.🙏 …
11 months ago
Chakma R A
An ancient Buddhist temple in Panadura. It’s about 100 above years old. It’s located center of panadura town. Therefore everyone knows about the temple. Many scholars have been begotten from there. And also as famous debate of panadura …
4 years ago
Dr. Asanga Rodrigo
This is one of the oldest and most beautiful temples in Panadura. It's worth visiting here. Please consider wearing white color clothes that are comfortable and not too tight clothes when visiting Buddhist temples in Sri Lanka.
6 years ago
Uditha Samaratunge
Its a very ancient Buddhist temple. Painting that you can see here is the one and only paint in the country. It shows persons travail through a cart that pushing by a stick.
7 years ago
Nuwan Chanaka
Very calm place middle in the town.
6 years ago
Chaminda Perera
It is very old temple, it has old painting inside the shining room. Tell the story of buddha.
a year ago
udith perera
Calm place. You can find architecture related to english era. There are steps around 30 for upper part in temple. Think about this when taking disable people. There is small car park infront of the temple and bigger one in behind. To find the behind one you need to go around the road.
5 years ago