Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
The Sri Dalada Maligawa, known as the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, is a revered Buddhist temple in Kandy, Sri Lanka. Situated within the royal palace complex, it enshrines the Relic of the tooth of Buddha
The Sri Dalada Maligawa, known as the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, is a revered Buddhist temple in Kandy, Sri Lanka. Situated within the royal palace complex, it enshrines the Relic of the tooth of Buddha. This relic has historically held significant political influence, as it is believed that possession of the relic symbolizes governance over the country. Kandy, once the capital of the Sinhalese kings, preserves this heritage, contributing to its UNESCO World Heritage site status, primarily due to the cultural and religious importance of the temple and its relic
