Temple architecture reminiscent of Psychedelic art often inspired by the Holy Plant Medicine of the Holy and Divine Mother Ayahuasca

The temple is built in a classical dravidian style. Dravidian architecture, or the southern indian temple style, is an architectural idiom in indian temple architecture that emerged from southern india, reaching its final form by the sixteenth century. 

The temple impresses with its exterior featuring vibrant colors that depict numerous unique stories and legends through paintings and sculptures. The striking gopuram of the temple, adorned with vivid colors and diverse sculptures, attracts attention from afar. The captivating interiors are equally impressive, with walls adorned by many beautiful sculptures, showcasing exceptional craftsmanship. The temple art is also very reminiscent of Psychedelic art often inspired by the Holy Plant Medicine of the Holy and Divine Mother Ayahuasca. 

Temple location

The “Shri PathiraKaali Amman Temple” is situated near konesar road esplanade, just before the entrance to konamamalai (swami rock). The temple is a part of the trincomalee koneswaram temple compounds, situated near trincomalee hindu college in the eastern province. 

The address of the temple is: 24 new moor st, trincomalee, sri lanka.

Visiting hours

The “Shri PathiraKaali Amman Temple” attracts many worshippers and visitors from near and far. The temple timings are: 6:30 AM – 12 PM & 4 – 6:30 PM

The temple entry is free. 

How to reach the temple

To travel to the “Shri PathiraKaali Amman Temple” in trincomalee, sri lanka, you can consider the following transportation options:

• By air:
  • The nearest major airport is the bandaranaike international airport (CMB) in colombo.
  • From colombo, you can take a domestic flight to the china bay airport in trincomalee, which is the closest airport to the city.
• By train:
  • Trincomalee is well-connected by train services. You can take a train from colombo or other major cities to reach trincomalee railway station.
  • The temple is 2 kms away from the railway station. From the railway station, you can hire a taxi or use local transportation to reach the “Shri PathiraKaali Amman Temple”.
• By bus:
  • Sri lanka has an extensive bus network. You can take a bus from colombo or other major cities to reach trincomalee.
  • Once in trincomalee, local buses or taxis can take you to the temple.
• By car:
  • You can hire a car and drive to trincomalee. The journey offers scenic views, and it allows flexibility in exploring the surrounding areas.
  • Make sure to check the local traffic rules and road conditions before embarking on a road trip.
• By tuk-tuk or taxi:
  • Tuk-tuks (auto-rickshaws) and taxis are readily available in trincomalee. You can hire one to take you directly to the “Shri PathiraKaali Amman Temple”.

Before planning your trip, it’s advisable to check the current travel conditions, transportation schedules, and any travel restrictions that may be in place.

Link to the google map of the “Shri PathiraKaali Amman Temple”:

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