Pilana Raja Maha Vihara
| Pilana Raja Maha Vihara | |
|---|---|
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Buddhism |
| Location | |
| Country | Sri Lanka |
Interactive map of Pilana Raja Maha Vihara | |
| Coordinates | 6°02′16″N 80°17′36″E / 6.0376711°N 80.2932781°E |
The Pilana Raja Maha Vihara or Pilana Temple is a Buddhist temple in Galle, Sri Lanka. The chief incumbent is Meepe Wagira Thera. The temple is well known in the southern part of the island for its historical Perahera festival.[1]
Location
The Pilana Raja Maha Vihara is located in the Galle District, near the Galle–Akuressa Highway (A17), about 11 km (6.8 mi) from Galle. The temple is situated on a small hill surrounded by paddy fields, and is visible from the Galle–Akuressa Highway.
References
- ^ "Pilana Raja Maha Vihara – Devalayah". Retrieved 2025-10-27.