08-07-2025
Spiritual Landmarks in Colombo: Top 5 Sacred Sites to Visit in Sri Lanka's Capital City
Located on Sea Street, the New Kathiresan Kovil is a stone's throw away from the Old Kathiresan Kovil, which is also counted among Colombo's most popular Hindu shrines. Open to devotees and visitors from the wee hours of the morning, the New Kathiresan Kovil is dedicated to Murugan, the God of War in the Hindu pantheon. Also referred to as the God Skanda, the temple's façade features elaborate sculptures that represent heroes and heroines of Hindu epics, including deities such as Shiva. As a popular venue for Tamil wedding celebrations, the best time to visit the New Kathiresan Kovil is during the annual Vel Festival, which takes place during July/August.
