Kelaniya, Colombo

Name: Kelaniya
Address: Colombo, Sri Lanka

#98 among attractions in Colombo

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Kelaniya is a suburb of Colombo in the Western Province, Sri Lanka. It is known for the Buddhist temple built on the banks of the Kelani River, which runs through the suburb. It is also a religious centre for veneration of the figures, Vibhishana and Avalokiteshvara. ()

Local name: කැලණිය Coordinates: 6°57'24"N, 79°55'14"E

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Kelaniya – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: R. Premadasa Stadium, Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara, Sugathadasa Stadium, Wolvendaal Church.

3.5 miW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
90 min walk • The R. Premadasa Stadium, located in the bustling city of Colombo, Sri Lanka, is a renowned sport venue that has become a centerpiece for international cricket. Officially opened in 1986, this stadium was named in honor of the former President Ranasinghe Premadasa...
~1490 ftSW
Temple, Buddhist architecture
Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara, Colombo
8 min walk • Nestled on the outskirts of the bustling city of Colombo, the Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara stands as a beacon of serenity and spiritual significance. This ancient Buddhist temple, with a history that stretches back over 2,500 years, is deeply venerated for its association...
3.6 miW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Sugathadasa Stadium, Colombo
92 min walk • Sugathadasa Stadium stands as a beacon of athletic prowess in the heart of Colombo, Sri Lanka. This multi-purpose sports venue, named in honor of the late Sugathadasa Marikkar, is a cornerstone of Sri Lankan sports culture, hosting a variety of events from athletics...
4.3 miW
Church, Historical place
Wolvendaal Church, Colombo
111 min walk • Wolvendaal Church is located in Pettah, a neighbourhood of Colombo. It is one of the most important Dutch Colonial era buildings in Sri Lanka, and is one of the oldest Protestant churches still in use in the country.
1.7 miSE
6°56'41"N • 79°56'32"E
Water World Sri Lanka, Colombo
44 min walk • Amusement, Aquarium, Amusement park
3.9 miW
Grand 19th-century Roman Catholic church
St. Lucia's Cathedral, Colombo
100 min walk • St. Lucia's Cathedral is the seat of the Archbishop of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Colombo in Sri Lanka. The Cathedral is located at Kotahena, in the north east of Colombo, on 18,240 sq. ft. of land.
3.9 miW
Universities and schools
St. Lucia's College, Colombo
99 min walk • St. Lucia's College is a Roman Catholic school located in Kotahena area of Colombo, Sri Lanka. This school was founded in 1880 and it is a Government School, managed by Ministry of Education, which provides primary and secondary education.
3.3 miS
Museum
National Museum of Colombo, Colombo
83 min walk • The Colombo National Museum, also known as the Sri Lanka National Museum, is a museum in Colombo and the largest in Sri Lanka.
3.8 miS
Temple
Siri Perakumba Pirivena, Sri Jayawardenapura Kotte
98 min walk • Siri Perakumba Pirivena is a historic Buddhist temple situated in Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, Western province, Sri Lanka. It is located at the entrance to Ethul Kotte on the Sri Jayawardenepura Mawatha road. The temple has been formally recognised by the Government as an archaeological site in Sri Lanka.
3.7 miS
Park, Garden center
Diyatha Uyana, Colombo
94 min walk • Diyatha Uyana is located at Polduwa junction, Battaramulla near the Waters Edge Hotel. The park has been constructed on marshy land on the banks of the Diyawanna Oya.
4.4 miW
Church
St. Thomas' Church, Colombo
112 min walk • St. Thomas' Church is situated in Kotahena a suburb of Colombo, Sri Lanka. It is one of the oldest churches in Sri Lanka as now part of the Anglican Church of Ceylon. St.

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How to get to Kelaniya by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kelaniya:

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Kelaniya Bus Stand Parking (7 min walk)
Kelaniya Bus Stand (11 min walk)