Fake monks asking for donations outside Kandy temples
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Absolutely not. Genuine Buddhist monks in Sri Lanka are forbidden by their Vinaya (code of conduct) from aggressively begging for cash or extorting tourists. This is a common scam where con artists buy robes and loiter near tourist sites. Never hand them cash. Legitimate donations should only be placed in the locked Till (donation boxes) inside the actual temple.
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Dr. Nimal.•9950 rep•122
If you see a police officer, point the fake monk out. The police will arrest them for impersonating clergy.
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Bhante S.•5890 rep•118
We had a guy tie a string around my wrist and then demand 20 dollars. Just firmly say no and walk away.
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Noah D.•4920 rep•23
Thanks, I will use the official donation boxes from now on.
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