Dress code and photography rules for Kelaniya temple

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Noah D.6245 rep2
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We are visiting the Kelaniya temple near Colombo What are the strict rules for clothing and taking pictures inside

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Kelaniya is highly sacred. Shoulders and knees must be fully covered for all genders. Wearing white is preferred but not mandatory. You must remove shoes and hats before entering the sand compound. Photography of the murals is allowed WITHOUT flash, but you cannot take selfies with the Buddha statues. The guards are very strict.

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Dr. Nimal.8610 rep1

Do not point your feet at the statues if you sit on the floor to admire the paintings.

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Bhante S.11070 rep1

I bought a cheap white sarong outside the gate and just wrapped it over my shorts. Worked perfectly.

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