Temple of the Tooth (Sri Dalada Maligawa, Kandy)

Located in the city of Kandy, this temple houses the sacred tooth relic of the Buddha, making it one of the most venerated places for Buddhists. The temple complex is part of the Sacred City of Kandy.

The Temple of the Tooth plays a central role in Sri Lankan Buddhism and is the focal point of the annual Esala Perahera procession. It symbolizes the political and religious authority of ancient Sinhalese kings.