Western Province, Sri Lanka · Asia
Kelaniya sits on the route: 10 minutes from Peliyagoda.
Kelaniya is a town located in Western Province, Sri Lanka. With a population of 28,846, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Kelaniya sits in Sri Lanka. It's in the Asia/Colombo time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Kelaniya to your route.
Kelaniya (Sinhala: කැලණිය Tamil: களனி) is a suburb of Colombo in the Western Province, Sri Lanka. Located 10 km (6.2 mi) from Colombo Fort, it is known for the Buddhist temple built on the banks of the Kelani River, which divides the suburb from Colombo District. The temple is also a religious centre for venerationRead more
of the figures Vibhishana and Avalokiteshvara. It is also known as the location of the University of Kelaniya.
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Kelaniya is located in Western Province, Sri Lanka, Asia. The coordinates are 6.9553 latitude, 79.9220 longitude.
Kelaniya has a population of approximately 28,846 people, making it a town in Sri Lanka.
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