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Swarnagiri Maha Viharaya, Nuwara Eliya

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#6 of 7 in Historic Sites in Nuwara Eliya
Religious Site · Hidden Gem · Tourist Spot
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  • By Natalie P
    Strangely there wasn’t anyone there when we went, while most other places of tourist interest were crowded. This made it even more endearing and peaceful. It’s the perfect place to have some quiet...  more »
  • By sunil a
    This Burmese Buddhist monastery is about 2 kms up from near the Race Course on the way to Single Tree at a walking distance from the city through tea estates. A visitor to Nuwara Eliya should visit...  more »
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  • By Kaveen Minura
    One and only hill side temple in Nuwaraeliya
  • By Chaithika Abeywickrame
    A temple which is a calm and quiet place to worship with a great view of the nuwara eliya town.
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