Sri Lanka: Sri Dalada Maligawa or the Temple of the Tooth

Sri Dalada Maligawa or The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic is located in the royal palace complex and houses the Relic of the tooth of Buddha. Since ancient times, the relic has played an important role in local politics because it is believed that whoever holds the relic holds the governance of the country.

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Rainer Krack

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Pictures From Asia