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Kotmale Maha Seya stupa symbol of Buddhist devotion in Sri Lanka

Kotmale Mahaweli Maha Seya – Beautiful temple with the coldest environment

Kotmale Mahaweli Maha Seya – Beautiful temple with the coldest environment

✈️ Why should you visit Sigiriya?

Kotmale Mahaweli Maha Seya is a modern stupa in Sri Lanka’s Central Province, built as a memorial for the temples and villages submerged during the Mahaweli Development Project.
  • A Monument to the Lost: The stupa was constructed to memorialize the temples and villages submerged by the Kotmale Reservoir. It honors the people and religious sites lost due to the Mahaweli Development Programme.
  • Modern Buddhist Landmark: This is one of the largest modern stupas in Sri Lanka. It was completed in 2016 and stands as a new landmark in the country’s central highlands.
  • Unique Architectural Design: The stupa has a unique architectural design by engineer Dr. S. Kulasinghe. It allows pilgrims to go inside its body, similar to the Kalutara Stupa. A smaller stupa is also enshrined inside.
  • Second Largest Stupa in Sri Lanka: With a height of 88 meters, the stupa is the second-largest in the country. This makes it comparable in size to the ancient Ruwanweli Maha Seya.
  • Strategically Located with Scenic Views: The stupa is situated on a hill overlooking the Gamini Dissanayake Reservoir. It offers breathtaking panoramic views of the picturesque Kotmale Valley.

Entity

Government

Entrance

Free

Wheelchair Access

No

Water

Available

Restaurants

Available

Toilets

Available

District: Nuwara Eliya

Reach

Any vehicle

Road Quality

Good

Public Transport

Available

Kotmale Mahaweli Maha Seya Buddhist stupa in Sri Lanka
Cultural heritage site Kotmale Mahaweli Maha Seya near Mahaweli project
Kotmale Maha Seya white stupa with blue sky background
Scenic view of Kotmale Mahaweli Maha Seya surrounded by greenery

Guidelines

Visiting Hours : Follow the official visiting hours. Early morning or late afternoon visits are recommended for a peaceful experience. Respect Religious Practices : Do not disturb monks or worshippers. Keep noise to a minimum and follow temple customs. No Littering : Keep the premises clean. Dispose of waste only in designated bins to maintain the sanctity of the site.