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title: "Kalutara Bodhiya"
description: "A striking hollow stupa built around a sacred Bodhi tree at the mouth of the Kalu River, a popular stop between Colombo and the south."
region: "Western"
best_time: "Year-round"
url: "https://www.welcomesrilanka.com/destinations/kalutara-bodhiya"
publisher: "Welcome Sri Lanka"
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# Kalutara Bodhiya

> Explore Kalutara Bodhiya in Western

A striking hollow stupa built around a sacred Bodhi tree at the mouth of the Kalu River, a popular stop between Colombo and the south.

- Region: Western
- Type: cultural
- Best time to visit: Year-round
- Suggested time: Half Day

Welcome to **Kalutara Bodhiya**, a distinctive destination in the Western province of Sri Lanka. A striking hollow stupa built around a sacred Bodhi tree at the mouth of the Kalu River, a popular stop between Colombo and the south.

Travellers exploring the island add Kalutara Bodhiya to their route for its authentic character and the way it rounds out a wider Sri Lanka itinerary. Whether you are drawn by history, nature, or spirituality, Kalutara Bodhiya rewards visitors who take the time to look beyond the island's best-known landmarks.

The best time to visit is generally any time of year, though conditions are most comfortable outside the heaviest monsoon showers. Plan a half-day to a full day here depending on how the site fits into your onward journey.

- Sacred Bodhi Tree
- Hollow Dagoba
- River Mouth
- Pilgrimage Stop

Kalutara Bodhiya is best combined with nearby attractions in the Western region, so check the map before you go and pair it with other stops along your route.

## Highlights

- Sacred Bodhi Tree
- Hollow Dagoba
- River Mouth
- Pilgrimage Stop

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Source: [Welcome Sri Lanka](https://www.welcomesrilanka.com) — https://www.welcomesrilanka.com/destinations/kalutara-bodhiya  
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