🛕 Journey to the Sacred: The Tooth Relic of Buddha in Kandy, Sri Lanka 🐘🌸

Step into the spiritual soul of Sri Lanka, where the ancient city of Kandy cradles a legend revered across the Buddhist world—the Tooth Relic of the Buddha.

Tucked within a sacred temple beside the Mahaweli River, this holy relic has drawn pilgrims and kings since the 4th century, when it was hidden in an Orissan princess’s hair to protect it from harm. Today, its presence symbolizes more than faith—it represents sovereignty, devotion, and national identity.

💮 Join us as we explore the rituals, offerings, and spiritual atmosphere surrounding the temple, from serene flower ceremonies to the rare blessing of witnessing the sacred cleansing ritual by Buddhist monks.

And if you’re fortunate enough to visit in August, witness one of Asia’s grandest cultural spectacles—the vibrant Perahera Festival, where the relic is carried through the streets atop a richly adorned elephant, illuminating Kandy with centuries-old tradition.

🕯️A celebration of faith.
🕉️ A journey through heritage.
🌏 A window into Sri Lanka’s sacred heart.

🎥 Produced by Tekweni Media ‪@Tekweni‬
📍 Filmed on location at the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Kandy
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