A little distance from our port in Hambantota, Sri Lanka, is the pilgrimage town of Kataragama, which is sacred to both Hindus and Buddhists. Two Buddhist and Hindu temples sit side-by-side, separated by a gated wall.

Buddhist temple, with critters

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“Never Give Up”

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The gate separating the two temples

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Hindu temple

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Kataragama, Sri Lanka
05/01/24


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