Perched in the hills near Nuwara Eliya, the Japan Peace Pagoda is a Buddhist monument of the style established by Japanese Buddhist monks to promote the ideals of peace and reconciliation. The gleaming white structure, typical of pagodas built under this tradition, makes for a striking landmark against the green tea-country landscape of Sri Lanka's Hill Country. Visitors generally come to walk the surrounding grounds, observe the shrines and Buddha images, and take in views of the surrounding hills. The site draws both Buddhist devotees and curious travellers passing through Nuwara Eliya. Dress modestly and remove footwear before entering any shrine areas, as is customary at religious sites throughout Sri Lanka.
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