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important pilgrimage site for Buddhists in Sri Lanka – Katharagama kirivehera – By Malsha – eLanka Katharagama Kirivehera is a Buddhist temple located in the town of Katharagama in Sri Lanka. It is an important pilgrimage site for Buddhists, Hindus, Muslims, and some Christians. The temple is dedicated to Skanda-Murugan, the Hindu war god, who is also venerated as a Buddhist deity in Sri Lanka. The history of the temple dates back to ancient times, and it is believed to have been a place of worship for over 2,000 years. According to legend, Skanda-Murugan, who is also known as Kataragama Deviyo in Sri Lanka, appeared at this location to fulfill the wishes of his devotees. The temple complex is spread over a large area and includes several buildings and shrines. The main shrine houses a statue of Skanda-Murugan, and there are also shrines dedicated to other deities such as Ganesh, ...