On 24th April 2023, the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, Dinesh Gunawardena, accompanied by the High Commissioner and other dignitaries, issued a Special Commemorative Cover for Sita Temple near Nuwara Eliya. The commemorative cover was released on the occasion of the Prime Minister’s visit to the Temple, which is a significant landmark for both Sri Lanka and India.
The Sita Temple, located near the picturesque town of Nuwara Eliya, is believed to be the place of Ashok Vatika, as mentioned in the Indian epic Ramayana. It is a revered site for Hindus, and it is said that Goddess Sita was held captive by the demon king Ravana in this very location. The Temple attracts a significant number of tourists from India and other places who come to pay homage to Goddess Sita.
During the visit, the Prime Minister also laid the foundation stone for a Meditation Centre at the Temple. The Meditation Centre will be a new addition to the facilities at the Temple and is expected to attract more tourists from India and other places. The Centre will provide a serene and peaceful environment for visitors to meditate and connect with their spirituality.
The Prime Minister expressed his pleasure at the inauguration of the Meditation Centre and emphasized the need to develop more facilities at religious sites to promote tourism in the country. He further added that the Sri Lankan government is committed to promoting religious tourism in the country and will continue to work towards making Sri Lanka a popular destination for spiritual tourism.
The inauguration of the Meditation Centre is a significant step towards strengthening the cultural and religious ties between India and Sri Lanka. It is expected to contribute to the growth of the tourism industry and help generate employment opportunities for the locals. The new Meditation Centre at the Sita Temple is likely to become a popular destination for tourists looking for a peaceful and serene environment to meditate and connect with their spirituality.
