Sri Lanka Travel Guides
Expert guides, destination deep-dives, tips and insider knowledge from across Sri Lanka
Carved into a massive rock cave just 4 km from Avissawella, the Maniyangama Raja Maha Viharaya is a testament to Sri Lanka’s resilience. Destroyed by Portuguese invaders and later restored by King Kirthi Sri Rajasinha (1…
Read GuideHidden in the misty foothills of Dehiowita, the ruins of Seethawaka Palace stand as a silent witness to one of Sri Lanka’s most defiant kingdoms. Established in…
Read MoreTucked away in Maniyangama, just 2 km from Avissawella, the Berendi Kovil stands as a testament to Sri Lanka’s rich religious and political history. Built under…
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Hidden in the quiet village of Gurugalla, Dehiowita, the Tomb of Seethawaka Rajasinha I stands as a solemn reminder of one of Sri Lanka’s fiercest kings. Known …
Read MoreLocation: Yapahuwa, Sri Lanka Historical Significance: The fortified palace and rock fortress of King Buvanekabahu I (13th century) Famous for: The ornate stair…
Read MoreThe Kurunegala Dalada Maligawa is a historic site that once housed the Sacred Tooth Relic of the Buddha during the Kurunegala Kingdom (13th–14th century). Built…
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