About Thiriyai

Thiriyai is a small village in the eastern Trincomalee District of Sri Lanka. It is situated about 25 miles north of Trincomalee town through Nilaveli. The total population of the village is 640 at the 2012 census.
The Buddhist temple Girihandu Seya, an almost complete example of vatadage, is located close to this village. The temple is supposed to be the first Buddhist Stupa in Sri Lanka. Legends attribute the constructing of the temple by the Trapusa and Bahalika merchants of the 4th century BCE, bringing with them the hair relics of Gautama Buddha. Scholars holds the view that Mahayana influenced seafaring merchants from the Pallava Kingdom were responsible for the construction of this temple.

Attraction at Thiriyai……..

Thiriyai Vehicle Transfer

1 – 6 Travelers + Luggage

1 – 14 Travelers + Luggage

One Way Hire, Airport Transfer, Long-Term Vehicle Hire For Sri Lanka Tour Program. We have English Speaking Professional Driver Or Guide And We provide Car, Van, Minibus, and Bus

Tour destination near Thiriyai

Nilaveli

Trincomalee