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The Koneswaram Temple in Trincomalee, Sri Lanka, is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to the god Lord Shiva. Being perched atop Swami Rock, the views of the Indian Ocean and Trincomalee's natural harbor12 are stunning to boot. The temple-a thousand-pillared temple-has a very great and rich history that traces back to as early as the 3rd century BCE. Along the way to Koneswaram Temple, one finds numerous items of cultural value and some foreign attractions put up for sale. This generally includes: 1. Handicrafts: Artistic works that are made by local artisans in wood carvings, traditional masks, and other decorative ornaments in jewelry. 2. Textiles: These are wonderfully colored saris, batik fabrics, and other traditional clothes. 3. Spices and Teas: It is also renowned for an array of spices, often available on the way in small shops; likewise, Ceylon tea. 4. Religious Items: Statues of the Hindu deities, sometimes along with prayer beads and other religious gadgets, are sold ne...