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Sri Lanka Pilgrimage, November 27-December 2, 2026

The Avukana Buddha Statue inear Anurabhapura n remote north Central Sri Lanka is almost 40-foot high. It dates to the 5th century and is still attached to the rock face on which it was carved.
The Avukana Buddha Statue in remote north Central Sri Lanka is over 40-foot high. It dates to the 5th century and is still attached to the rock face on which it was carved.

Sri Lanka Pilgrimage and the Celebration of the 60th Anniversary of the World Buddhist Sangha Council

The Buddhist Town Community Association has organized a group to participate in a major pilgrimage and international Buddhist gathering to be held in Sri Lanka in late November 2026. They warmly invite everyone to join this rare and precious opportunity to attend this remarkable event, pay homage to the Sacred Tooth Relic of the Buddha in Kandy, and visit the Sacred Sri Maha Bodhi Tree in Anuradhapura, the oldest historically documented Bodhi tree in the world. The gathering will take place at the Nagalanda International University of Buddhist Studies near Columbo.

Program: Please refer to the following itinerary for detailed information.

Photo of View of part of the Nagananda Iinternational Institute for Buddhist Studies Campus in Kelaniya, Sri Lanka.
View of part of the Nagananda Iinternational Institute for Buddhist Studies Campus in Kelaniya, Sri Lanka.

Dates: November 27 – December 2, 2026

Gesang Suolang and Zhaxi Zhuoma leaving the first stupa built in Sri Lanka in Anuradhapura. Thuparamaya Stupa is the earliest Dagoba to be constructed on the island, dating back to the reign of King Devanampiya Tissa (247-207 BC). Thuparamaya is closely linked to Mahinda Thera, the son and envoy sent by King Ashoka to Sri Lanka, bringing Theravada Buddhism and Chaitya worship to the island. At Mahinda’s request, King Devanampiya Tissa built Thuparamaya to enshrine the right collar-bone of the Buddha.

Estimated Tour Cost: US$600 per person (based on double occupancy)
US$900 per person (single occupancy)

The tour fee includes 6 days / 5 nights of accommodations, meals, and ground transportation (Airfare and visa fees are not included).

Registration Deadline: July 31, 2026

Space is limited, so early registration is highly recommended.

Please contact Joanna, Buddhist Town Community Association
Phone: 626-639-8181 (tel:626-639-8181)
Email: mailto:info@buddhisttown.com

CLICK for article on Ven. Dr. Bodagama Chandima Thero’s visit to the Holy Vajrasana Temple with links to more on his visit to Holy Heavenly Lakes and other places.

CLICK for Wikipedia listing of Buddhist temples in Sri Lanka.

Ohoto of Sri Maha Bodhi Tree, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka, November 13, 2012.
Sri Maha Bodhi Tree, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka, November 13, 2012.
Photoshop of Batik of Sri Lankan "Moonstone" at Holy Vajrasana Temple.
Batik of Sri Lankan “Moonstone” at Holy Vajrasana Temple.

CLICK for article on the moonstones you find at entrances to Buddhist temples and shrines. The framed batik image of one such stone shown above hangs in the entrance to the temple.

CLICK for article and video of the dedication of our clone of the Sri Maha Bodhi Tree in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. It also has links to other articles about the Bodhi Tree at the Holy Vajrasana Temple in Sanger, California.

CLICK for July, 2026 Newsletter for Holy Heavenly Lake Buddhist Town.

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