City View Hostel

Seconds before the plunge! Caught this moment right before diving into the icy embrace of this fresh, freezing waterfall. Nature's way of waking you up!

The Temple of Tooth Relic is more than just a religious site. It's also a beautiful piece of architecture. The temple was built in the 15th century and is adorned with intricate carvings and paintings. It's definitely worth a visit, even if you're not a religious person. (300 meters from the hostel.)

Best times to visit: Daily Services aka Theva, Puja or Ceremony happening 3 times a day. Morning 5:30-6:30. Midday 9:30-10:30 & evening 6:30-7:30

In Theravada Buddhism, offering lotus flowers is a symbolic gesture of purity, enlightenment, and the potential for spiritual growth. The lotus, emerging pristine from muddy waters, represents the journey towards enlightenment. Making such offerings is a traditional practice to cultivate mindfulness and express reverence on the path of awakening.

Lighting an oil lamp symbolizes the dispelling of ignorance and the illumination of wisdom. It's a ritual often performed in temples and during personal meditation practices. The light is a metaphor for the enlightenment that comes from understanding the nature of existence and the teachings of the Buddha.

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