Sri Lanka is a land saturated in spiritual history, with a plethora of ancient monuments and meditative spaces gracing its shores. If you are spiritually curious or are a seasoned religious traveler, why not check out these beautiful spots in Sri Lanka. Here are four of the most spiritual.
Sigiriya Rock
This UNESCO-protected site has been a royal palace, a luxurious meditative garden, and a Buddhist temple. It sits at the top of a 1,200 stone step staircase and affords breathtaking views of the region. If you climb the final spiral staircase you can see the famous Sigiriya Frescoes.
Planted in 249 BC and cared for ever since by its Buddhist devotees, this sacred tree is said to have been grown from the tree under which Buddha attained enlightenment. It stands in Sri Lanka’s famous Anuradhapura region which is famous for its ancient temples and monuments.
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Adam’s Peak
This 2,243m high mountain is sacred to all of Sri Lanka’s major faiths. It is said to have been visited by the Buddha, Shiva, and Adam, and offers a spectacular views over miles of tea plantations, lakes, and forests.
The Samadhi statue is to be found in the middle of the dense forest of Mahamevnāwa Park in Anuradhapura. Every day it is frequented by worshipping Buddhist devotees.
