St Paul's Church

Kandy


Construction of this impressive red-brick colonial-era church began in 1843 and was completed five years later. Built in neo-Gothic style, it originally served as a garrison church for British troops based nearby.


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2. Natha Devale

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3. Vishnu Devale

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4. Audience Hall

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5. Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

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7. Rajah Tusker Hall

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8. Sri Dalada Museum

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