Kebiliththa Dewalaya

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• Mudith Madusanka

  01 July 2020

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  Kebiliththa, is said to be the spiritual residence of God Kataragama as such it is believed that Kebiliththa is a site of great divine power. Kataragama Devalaya, is the more well known abode of Kataragama Deviyo where crowds throng in thousands everyday to pay their respects. However, it is believed that Kataragama Deviyo resides there only on festival days or poya days and on all other days He resides at His modest abode in Kebiliththa.
  
  We had been wanting to make this trip for more than two years, but had been prevented from doing so due to various reasons. One does not go to Kebiliththa for fun, it is a religious journey where one needs to prepare and be true to one’s faith and belief in God Kataragama. Abstinence is a must. You have to be a complete vegetarian for at least seven days prior to the journey. Furthermore, one needs to control one’s temper, refrain from using harsh words, lead a life of simplicity and not talk about the pending travel. Many who plan to go, at times are not able to reach the Kebiliththa Devalaya on their first try. Prior to the journey we were told that the drive is difficult, that vehicles topple and at times winches are used to pull the vehicle as it struggles in the mud. Stories of overflowing rivers and unsuccessful travels were told. But, the success of the journey depends on the faith and good heartedness of the people who travel. A few days prior to our journey we made a vow at the Gangaramaya Temple, in faith that the journey would be a success.
  
  Kebiliththa is situated in the heart of the jungle in Yala Block IV. We decided to take the route via Yala, which is said to be more difficult than the route via Kumana, Kotiyagala (through Siyambalanduwa) and Galge. As there are no facilities, camping equipment, water, food and most importantly torches and lamps need to be taken. Furthermore, all the required elements for the poojawa too need to be taken as well.
  
  It was mid morning when we reached Yala National Park. We had to take a tracker with us as we were entering wild territory. Though there was a slight delay, as all the trackers had gone into the national park with other visitors, soon Sirisena Ratnayake who has been with the Wild Life Department for more than 30 years was assigned to us as our tracker. Little did we know at that time, that he was a blessing in disguise.
  
  We drove through the Yala National Park passing the many jeeps that had come to see the elusive animals that make it their home. Our attention was focused on reaching Kebiliththa therefore we were not interested in seeing any animals. Obeysiri was driving our jeep and Priyantha was driving the jeep carrying our friends. Having experienced and vigilant drivers is a must as you are travelling through the wilderness miles away from civilisation.

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• Ananda Perera

  29 March 2020

  “Siyambalawa devalaya” is considered a very sacred place among both Buddhists and Hindus this place is well known as Kebiliththa devayala among devotees. This is located in the middle of Yala National Park in Sri Lanka.
  It was a dangerous journey and a very fun trip.

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• Shirantha Rajakaruna

  09 September 2019

  Get the God’s blessings by following lord Buddha.

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• Ajith Nanayakkara

  04 September 2019

  A multi religious sacred shrine. People of all faiths worship according to their respective beliefs.

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• Susantha Dissanayake

  05 July 2019

  It is located in the middle of the jungle.
  This is not the real place what that is located.

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• Rangana Sandeep Dissanayaka

  12 April 2019

  I have traveled 4 times and it is very difficult to cross the jungle I think it is secret place

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• Amila Supun

  20 December 2018

  Every community comes and worships, And a long jungle ride

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• Sandunsiri Malaka Diyunugala

  24 December 2017

  Hindhu Kovil
  Religion place

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• Suranga Indika

  18 June 2017

  Kebiliththa devalaya

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• Sanuja Gunawardhana

  16 June 2017

  This place is call " Kuda (small in Sri Lankan language) Kabiliththa..

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• Maleesha Manujaya

  12 March 2017

  Very good got

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