International Buddhist Museum , Kandy, Sri Lanka
About International Buddhist Museum
The International Museum of World Buddhism is located near to the Temple of the Tooth and is housed in the former High Court building. It is a place which provides a comprehensive study of Buddhism throughout Asia. The most striking thing about this museum is that it has sixteen rooms which are dedicated to different nations. This range from China to Maldives. It opened only in 2011.
This happens to be the only museum that showcases the expansion of Buddhism all through the world. It was established by Sir Dalada Maligawa to demonstrate the expansion of Buddhism. You can freely wander the different rooms where each country has curated their own exhibits. It is very interesting to note how the each has utilised their allotted space. The exhibits vary from simple, religious, beautiful and also pompous.
There are recreations of famous temples like the Angkor Vat to Java’s Borobudur. You can also spot paintings and Buddha statues from nations like Laos and Japan. The objects on display are obviously impressive and include ancient scrolls, queer musical instruments and many other interesting things of the past.
If you are interested in Buddhism and even if not, this is a wonderful place to learn new things and simple be in awe of the wonderful Buddhist culture around the world!
Freedom to make your own trip!
What you want, when you want and how you want.
Places to Visit near International Buddhist Museum
Temple of the Tooth (Sri Dalada Maligawa), Central Province
0 km from International Buddhist Museum - See map
As the name already gives it up, the Temple of the Tooth or Sri Dalada Maligawa is a center of Buddhist faith and is believed to house Sri...
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National Museum of Kandy, Central Province
0.2 km from International Buddhist Museum - See map
The National Museum is yet another tourist destination located in the city of Kandy. It lies beside the Temple of the Tooth Relic and is visited...
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Royal Palace of Kandy, Central Province
0.7 km from International Buddhist Museum - See map
The reminiscence of the last Kandyan King Wickrama Rajasinhe, the Royal Palace of Kandy is a reminder of the royal past dating as far back as the...
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St. Paul's Church, Kandy, Central Province
0.7 km from International Buddhist Museum - See map
The St. Paul’s Church in Kandy, Sri Lanka and is located on the sacred grounds of the Temple of the Tooth Relic. This church serves as a...
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Udawatta Kele Sanctuary, Central Province
0.8 km from International Buddhist Museum - See map
Also known as the Royal Forest Park of Kandy, the Udawatta Kele Sanctuary is located on the hillside behind the Temple of the Tooth Relic. Being...
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Kandy Lake, Central Province
1.7 km from International Buddhist Museum - See map
Kandy Lake is an artificial lake which was built by the last King of Sri Lanka and of Kandy, Wikarama Rajasinhe. It was originally built to...
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Arthur’s Seat, Kandy, Central Province
2.4 km from International Buddhist Museum - See map
The Arthur’s Seat is a perfect lookout located in the heart of the Kandy city. It is a place from where you can overlook the Kandy Lake, the...
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Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue, Kandy, Central Province
2.8 km from International Buddhist Museum - See map
One of the many things to be toured and experienced in Kandy, the Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue is a huge religious monument. It lies within...
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Ceylon Tea Museum, Central Province
5.8 km from International Buddhist Museum - See map
A tea factory, a museum, a library and restaurant all housed into one. What more could you ask for?! The Ceylon Tea Museum is the place where you...
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Kandy War Cemetery, Central Province
5.8 km from International Buddhist Museum - See map
The Commonwealth War Cemetery is a melancholic cemetery which is a resting place for the war heroes who dedicated their lives for Sri Lanka during...
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Gadaladeniya Temple, Kandy, Central Province
14.5 km from International Buddhist Museum - See map
The Gadaladenia Temple, located Pilimathalawa town in Kandy is the fines example of Buddhist temple architecture. It is a very well-known tourist...
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Lankatilaka Temple, Central Province
17.8 km from International Buddhist Museum - See map
The famous Lankatilaka Vihara or Lankatilaka Temple is located at Udunuwara Hiyarapitiya village of Kandy. This temple is built on a huge rock...
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