Meditating at the Seenigama beach temple before dawn patrol surfing
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Yes, sitting on the mainland beach facing the island temple at dawn is a deeply peaceful experience and perfectly acceptable. Seenigama is dedicated to Devol Deviyo, a deity protecting fishermen and the community. As long as you are quiet and respectful, meditating there at sunrise before hitting the Hikkaduwa reef is a beautiful local ritual.
Just be aware that some locals visit that specific temple to cast curses on their enemies! It has a very intense, unique energy.
It is stunning at sunrise. Sometimes you can hear the morning chanting drifting across the water from the island.
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