Seetha Amman temple, the exotic historical, cultural and spiritual presentation that is right found in the enthralling destination of Nuwara Eliya indeed worth visiting if you are on a stay in Sri Lanka.
One of the most important facts about Seetha Amman temple is it is possibly believed to be the first and the only temple in the world that is devoted for Queen Seetha. The significance of the temple is spreading from being just another Hindu temple due to its connectivity related to Ramayana.
Location
The inspiring Seetha Amman temple is located in the central province in Sri Lanka based on the hill country and while you are travelling in fascinating destination of Nuwara Eliya you can also pay a visit to Seetha Amman temple.
The temple is from a fair proximity of Haggala Botanical Garden which is also known as Ashok Vatika, and is about 1Km in distance. Seetha Amman temple is right located at Seetha Eliya village and during the visit you may also visit beautiful Ramboda falls which is also reachable in a few minutes from the temple.
Things to see in Seetha Amman Kovil
Being one of the top most visited Hindu temples in Sri Lanka and so as in the world, Seetha Amman temple is definitely something worth to explore. It’s mainly about the believes, norms and practices related Hinduism. But apart from that historical, cultural, artistic significances and values share by the temple is indeed countless.
Due to the direct connectivity to the epic Ramayana, a lot of important episodes related to the Ramayana can be seen here. Specially the place believed to kept queen Sitha and where she prayed and bathed while she was imprisoned by the late King Ravana.
Also, one of the most interesting facts about Seetha Amman temple is you can witness the footprint believed to belong Hanuman by the sides of waterways. Apart from that there is a fair notable amount of beautiful interior and architectural structures that you will surely admire, also learning about inspiring local culture and believes related Hinduism could be also an interesting part for you to discover at Seetha Amman temple.
Seetha Amman Kovil opening times
The timings of the Seetha Amman temple opening and closing times are not so specified but the temple is open for public and pilgrims with the sunrise and till sunset you can visit the temple.
The temple will be closed in the afternoons from 1to 2pm and if you would like to visit the temple for pooja timings then the timings are from 8.00am to 1.00pm and from 2.00pm to 6.30pm pooja sessions will be happening.
Seetha Amman temple tickets
To visit Seetha Amman temple it doesn’t require any entry ticket and you can simply go in and discover the beauty of the temple while spend time for your worship for no cost. If you would like to buy sweets or flowers and incense sticks for pooja and offerings that would require to pay and other than that if you are happy to make any donation you are mostly welcomed.
Editorial Staff at Ceylon Empire Travels are Specialist in Sri Lanka Travel.
