Help Preserve Temple of the Tooth Kandy Sri Lanka
As a UNESCO World Heritage site, Temple of the Tooth Kandy Sri Lanka belongs to all of us. Help preserve this irreplaceable treasure for future generations.
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High-resolution photography and 3D scanning create a permanent digital record. If restoration is ever needed, we have the exact specifications.
Professional conservation work including structural repairs, surface cleaning, and preventive measures to stop further deterioration.
Educational workshops, local awareness campaigns, and sustainable tourism initiatives that benefit surrounding communities.
Cultural Heritage
The arrival of the Sacred Tooth Relic (Danta Dhatun Wahanse) in Sri Lanka during the 4th century CE, traditionally under the patronage of King Kithsirimevan (Kirti Sri Meghavanna), marked a pivotal moment, transforming it into a palladium of Sinhalese sovereignty. Its possession became intrinsically linked to the legitimacy of kingship, dictating the capital's location and the very right to rule. Prior to the present Kandyan edifice, the relic was housed in various capitals—Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Dambadeniya, Yapahuwa, Kurunegala, Gampola, and Kotte—each new location signifying a shift in political power and the establishment of a new royal seat. This continuous relocation underscored the relic's unparalleled political and spiritual authority throughout Sri Lankan history. The construction of the present Sri Dalada Maligawa in Kandy, particularly under King Vimaladharmasuriya I (1592-1604) and later significantly expanded by King Kirti Sri Rajasinha (1747-1782), solidified Kandy's status as the last independent Sinhalese kingdom and a bastion of Buddhist faith against encroaching colonial powers. The temple served not merely as a shrine but as the very heart of the Kandyan state, its architectural grandeur reflecting the kingdom's resilience and spiritual devotion. The devastating LTTE bombing in 1998, though causing significant damage, became a stark historical testament to the relic's enduring symbolic power and the nation's determination to preserve its sacred heritage, prompting immediate and extensive restoration efforts.
Architectural Heritage
Built in the Kandyan architecture style, Sri Lankan Buddhist architecture style, Indo-Buddhist architecture style, Nagara architecture style style, showcasing traditional construction methods and artistic craftsmanship.
Educational Resource
An important learning resource for students, researchers, and anyone interested in understanding our architectural heritage.
Local Benefits
Preservation efforts create opportunities for local communities through tourism, traditional skills, and cultural activities.
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- 1Direct impact on Temple of the Tooth Kandy Sri Lanka preservation and conservation
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- 3100% transparency with detailed fund utilization reports
- 4Supports documentation, restoration, and community engagement
- 5Helps prevent deterioration of irreplaceable cultural heritage
- 6Enables future generations to experience this architectural marvel