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Cultural rules for yoga and meditation in Kandy temples

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Amali D.•5570 rep•2

I am planning a wellness trip to Kandy Are tourists allowed to sit and meditate or do yoga poses inside the ancient temple courtyards

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Silent, seated meditation is highly welcomed and respected in all temples. However, active yoga poses (asanas) are completely forbidden inside temple grounds. Temples are sacred places of worship, not gymnasiums. If you want to meditate, you must wear modest clothing (preferably white, covering shoulders and knees) and sit cross-legged so your feet never point at the Buddha statue.

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Kamal P.•9185 rep•2

I saw a tourist get yelled at for stretching on the temple steps. Do your yoga at your hotel.

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Mia S.•7460 rep•2

Understood, I will restrict my practice to silent seated meditation only.

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Amali D.•5570 rep•2

If you want a truly immersive meditation experience, visit the Nilambe Buddhist Meditation Centre near Kandy.

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Ethan J.•8115 rep•2

Also, ensure any Buddha tattoos are completely covered up. They are considered deeply offensive here.

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Kamal P.•9185 rep•2

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