Temporary Ordination
Step away from worldly life and experience the forest monastic tradition first-hand. Ordain temporarily under the guidance of the resident Sangha — a rare and profound opportunity to live the Dhamma and deepen your practice.
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A forest sanctuary for inner peace, spiritual observances, and sacred devotions — nestled in the Knuckles mountains.
Sadhu • Sadhu • Sadhu
Welcome to Meemure Aranya Senasanaya
Nestled in the serene forest hills of Meemure, our aranya is a place of stillness and devotion — a refuge for those who seek the calm of the Dhamma. Here, the rhythm of monastic life follows the teachings of the Buddha: mindfulness, generosity, and loving-kindness.
Lay devotees and pilgrims are warmly welcomed to take part in daily pujas, observe sil, join guided meditation, and offer dana to the resident Sangha. Every act of devotion offered here is a step on the noble path toward inner peace.
Thero Message
Ven. Pagnarathana Thero
Experience a peaceful spiritual sanctuary in Meemure, offering devotees the opportunity to participate in religious programs, make offerings, contribute to daily pujas, and reconnect with the Dhamma through meditation and service.
Under the compassionate guidance of Ven. Pagnarathana Thero, the aranya continues its mission of preserving the forest tradition and sharing the Buddha's teachings with all who come seeking refuge, wisdom, and tranquility. Every act of devotion offered here is a step on the noble path toward inner peace.
Ven. Pagnarathana Thero
Chief Incumbent, Meemure Aranya Senasanaya
What We Offer
Programs & Daily Observances
From daily observances to annual ceremonies, there are many ways to cultivate merit and walk the path of the Dhamma with us.
Dana • Generosity
Make an Offering Online
Experience the merit of generosity from anywhere in the world. Your offering supports the resident Sangha, the upkeep of the aranya, and the continuation of the forest tradition.
Mark Your Calendar
Upcoming Events& Retreats
15Jul
Sil Observance
Register NowEsala Poya Sil Observance
A full day of observing the eight precepts, meditation, and Dhamma discussion.
23Jul
Meditation Retreat
Register NowGuided Meditation Retreat
A weekend of silent samatha-vipassana practice in the forest aranya.
05Aug
Ceremony
Register NowKatina Robe Offering Ceremony
The most meritorious annual ceremony marking the end of the rains retreat.
Walk the Path
Pilgrimages & Sacred Journeys
Beyond the aranya, join our pilgrimages and retreats to the sacred places of the island.
Pilgrimage
Sri Pada Pilgrimage
Join the sacred ascent of Adam's Peak, a pilgrimage of devotion under the light of the dawn.
Pilgrimage
Sacred Sites Tour
Visit the ancient temples and stupas of the cultural triangle in the company of the Sangha.
Retreat
Forest Walking Tour
A guided mindful walk through the Meemure forest, ending in quiet meditation by the river.
Pilgrimage
Bodhi Pujava Journey
A devotional journey to offer Bodhi puja at the sacred Sri Maha Bodhi.
Pilgrimage
Temple Heritage Trail
Discover the living heritage of Sri Lanka's hill-country temples and their traditions.
Retreat
River Meditation Retreat
A serene overnight retreat beside the waters that flow through the Meemure valley.
Our Story
About Meemure
Hidden deep within the Knuckles mountain range, Meemure is one of Sri Lanka's most remote villages — a place where life still follows age-old traditions beneath the peak of Lakegala, encircled by the UNESCO-listed Knuckles Conservation Forest. It is within this serene valley that our aranya makes its home.
“Among the mist-clad peaks of the Knuckles, time slows, the mind settles, and the heart remembers stillness.”— On the village of Meemure
From the Aranya
News & Meemure Articles
Meditation📿
📅 10 June 2026
Finding Stillness in the Forest
Reflections on the recent meditation retreat and the quiet wisdom of the Meemure hills.
Read Article →Ceremony🪔
📅 02 June 2026
Preparing for the Katina Season
How the aranya community prepares for the most meritorious offering of the year.
Read Article →Dhamma🌸
📅 24 May 2026
The Four Sublime States
A short teaching on metta, karuna, mudita, and upekkha in daily practice.
Read Article →Pilgrimage🏞️
📅 12 May 2026
A Dawn Climb to Sri Pada
Devotees share their experience of the sacred ascent of Adam's Peak.
Read Article →Generosity🤲
📅 30 Apr 2026
The Joy of Giving Dana
Why the simple act of offering food to the Sangha holds such deep significance.
Read Article →Practice🧘
📅 18 Apr 2026
Beginning a Meditation Practice
Gentle guidance for newcomers wishing to begin sitting in stillness.
Read Article →Stay Connected
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Follow the life of the aranya — daily pujas, ceremonies, and Dhamma reflections — across our social channels.
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