Gangaramaya Temple Gangaramaya Temple is one of the most important temples in Colombo, Sri Lanka, being a mix of modern architecture and cultural essence. Located on the Beira Lake, it was completed in the late 19th century. Religion Affiliation: Buddhism Location Location: 61 Sri Jinarathana Rd, Colombo, Colombo, 00200 Country: Sri Lanka Geographic coordinates: 6°54′59″N 79°51′23″E Architecture Founder: Hikkaduwe Sri Sumangala Thera , Devundera Sri Jinaratana Nayake Thera Completed: Late 19th century directions: Gangaramaya Temple Architecture The temple's architecture demonstrates an eclectic mix of Sri Lankan, Thai, Indian, and Chinese architecture . This Buddhist temple includes several imposing buildings and is situated not far from the placid waters of Beira Lake on a plot of land that was originally a small hermitage on a piece of marshy land. It has the main features of a Vihara (temple), the Cetiya ...