under which Buddha attained enlightenment. The tree sapling was then brought from then British Ceylon in the 20th century and planted in the temple compound after Pemaratana's demise in 1927. The main prayer hall called Sīma is adorned with carvings by Sri Lankan artisans with all the materials used for the decorations originally coming from Sri Lanka. References External links Free Publications available at Mahindarama Buddhist Temple Religious buildings and structures completed in 1933 Buddhist temples in Malaysia Religious buildings and structures in Penang Tourist attractions in George Town, Penang Overseas Sri Lankan Buddhist temples Sri Lankan Theravada Buddhist temples and monasteries Buddhist relics Religious organizations established in 1918 20th-century Buddhist temples