BhaktiVedAbout the temple
The Ashtadasha Shakti Peetha Stotram opens with 'Lankayam Shankari Devi'. Devotees worship her as Shankari Devi in the Koneswaram temple complex on Swami Rock, a cliff jutting into the sea on Sri Lanka's east coast.
The legend
The ancient Koneswaram temple was destroyed by the Portuguese in the 17th century, and the original seat is said to lie under the sea; the shrine on the same rock was rebuilt in the 20th century.
What makes it special
- First of the eighteen peethas
- Swami Rock above the sea
Main festivals
How to reach
- 🚆 Nearest railway station
- Trincomalee station
- ✈️ Nearest airport
- Colombo international airport
Before you go
Indian travellers need a Sri Lankan ETA (electronic travel authorisation).
Darshan and seva timings change with the season and festivals. Confirm them with the temple's official website or office before you travel.
Stotras for this deity
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Shankari Devi (Trincomalee, Sri Lanka)?
Shankari Devi (Trincomalee, Sri Lanka) is in Trincomalee, Trincomalee, Sri Lanka.
Who is the presiding deity at Shankari Devi (Trincomalee, Sri Lanka)?
Sri Shankari Devi.
How do I reach Shankari Devi (Trincomalee, Sri Lanka)?
Nearest railway station: Trincomalee station. Nearest airport: Colombo international airport.
What is the best time to visit Shankari Devi (Trincomalee, Sri Lanka)?
May to September (the dry season on the east coast).
What are the darshan timings at Shankari Devi (Trincomalee, Sri Lanka)?
Darshan and seva timings change with the season and festivals. Confirm them with the temple's official website or office before you travel.