International Buddhist Museum | ජාත්‍යන්තර බෞද්ධ කෞතුකාගාරය

Very interesting museum about the origins and spread of Buddhism around the world. Entrance for the museum is extra following enrry to the Dalada Maligha temple complex. I'd recommend it to anyone interested in religious history, worth spending a few hours in!

Delightful visit, though humble, it was a highly detailed exhibition on Buddhism in Asia. Incredible Japanese exhibition; the curators did a good job. As someone used to the MET this museum had incredible art. My only suggestion is better lightning but I imagine this is a budget constraint.

Very interesting museum, inside the Temple of the Tooth. Has an exhibit dedicated to Buddhism in about 15 or 16 countries. Thought there could have been a bit more for the Tibet section, but very good museum all the same.

Hidden gem that sits behind the tooth temple, less trafficked by the tourists and only 500lkr to enter or if you buy a ticket to the main temple site you get free access. Museum is structured around Buddhism in different countries in Asia so really interesting to see the nuances in faith between different countries!

The International Buddhist Museum is a must-see for anyone interested in Buddhism or Asian history. It's housed in a beautiful Victorian-era building that was once the palace of a Kandyan king, and the exhibits cover the history and spread of Buddhism from its origins in India to its present-day practice in countries around the world. The museum is well-organized and easy to navigate, and the exhibits are well-curated and informative. There are artifacts from all over Asia, including statues, paintings, manuscripts, and textiles. There's also a section on the history of Buddhism in Sri Lanka, which is particularly interesting given the country's long and rich Buddhist tradition. I was particularly impressed by the museum's collection of Buddhist art. There are some truly stunning pieces on display, including a large statue of the Buddha from Afghanistan and a collection of beautiful Tibetan thangkas. The museum is open daily from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm, and admission is SR 2000. It's located in the heart of Kandy, just a short walk from the Temple of the Tooth Relic. Here are some additional things to keep in mind: The museum can get crowded, especially on weekends and holidays. If you want to avoid the crowds, try to visit early in the morning or later in the afternoon. There is no photography allowed inside the museum. There is a gift shop on the ground floor where you can buy souvenirs (reasonable price). Overall, I highly recommend the International Buddhist Museum to anyone visiting Kandy. It's a great place to learn about Buddhism and its rich history and culture.

Very extensive knowledge of Buddhism, its history, and its growth across the world is presented in a meticulous fashion with photos and artifacts and information. Worth spending an hour or so if you are into history. Photos not allowed and it is right next to the Tooth Relic temple so easy to find. You can do this museum, the Tusker Rajah museum and the Old Palace along with the temple in one go. All of them are adjacent to each other. Don't get scammed by tuktuks who try to project this as 4 different spots.

20% of museum about Chinese politicians and 0 mentions about Dalai Lama. Be careful about China propaganda if decide visit this place

Sri Dalada Maligawa kandy has established the International Buddhist Museum (IBM) to showcase the expand of the Buddhism throughout the Asia and rest of the world.This is the only museum which demonstrates the expanding of Buddhism all around the world. By the 2600th year of the sambuddatva jayanthi,the Buddha dhamma has developed its status from the simple philosophy of the lifestyle of mankind enunciated in early Buddhist thought to highly developed ritualistic religious system. From its birth place, India, Buddhism as a religion, has spread to different parts of Asia, South – East and far East. While the message of the Buddha is currently being perused in the wide context in the modern world. It is interesting to note the different systems followed in the practice of Buddhism, both Theravada and Mahayana, by the respective countries.