Sri Lanka, July 7 -- The Kataragama Sylvan Shrine is an important place of worship for all Sri Lankans belonging to various religions and ethnic groups. It fosters ethnic and religious harmony. Kiriwehera in Kataragama is a Sacred place for all Buddhists across the world because it was visited by Lord Buddha.

The Sithulpawwa Raja Maha Viharaya situated in the Yala National Park is historically significant and identified as one of the greatest Second Century places of Buddhist worship. Its history dates back to over 2,200 years. The Hambantota District is not only a historically-important district but also an area full of diverse attractions, cultural heritage, and traditions which no other city in the world could compete with.

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