This temple is located in the heart of the Dutch lap of Galle. The temple includes a large reclining Buddha statue and a small stupa, which is a semi-circular structure containing many artifacts related to the Buddhist religion dating back to 1889 AD. The temple has an unusual design including a bell that may indicate the presence of a church at one time. This temple is visited by many locals and tourists from all over the world due to its religious, cultural and architectural importance, and it is also close to other important historical monuments in Galle.