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Matale - Sri Lanka

Matale has a lot to offer including some of the best in Sri Lanka including Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Dambulla Cave Temples, Aluvihare and Knuckles Mountain Range. It is among one of the most important towns for Buddhists as the Thripitaka was transcribed from here. Also evidence has been found that this city was inhabited in the prehistoric era.

Where to stay, Places to eat and & Things to do in Matale

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Religious and Historic Sites

Being an ancient city Matale district has some of the best historical sites in Sri Lanka, which depicts ancient technology, architecture and Buddhist history.

Sigiriya Rock Fortress Read more »

Also known as the Lion Rock, Sigiriya was built in the 5th-century by King Kashyapa I, the fortress was the capital of the Sinhalese Kingdom until King Kashyapa I was defeated in A.D 495 by Moggallana his own half-brother.

Sigiriya Museum Read more »

Located just near the main ticket booth of Sigiriya, the museum is a must see place

Pidurangala Rock Read more »

A 200 meter high rock, located about 1 km away from Sigiriya, Pidurangala rock is a popular hiking spot.

Dambulla Cave Temple Read more »

A single most beautiful rock temple complex built on top of a 160 meter high rock with magnificent views over the surroundings including Sigiriya.

Aluvihara Rock Cave Temple Read more »

Aluvihare Rock Temple is where the Tripitaka was transcribed on Ola Leaves during the reign of King Walagamba, Anuradhapura 100 - 89 BC.

Padiwita Ambalama Read more »

An ancient wayside rest, with wooden carved pillars. Padiwita Ambalama is believed to be used by ancient royalists, and important personals.

Nalanda Gedige Read more »

Unique for its South Indian style architecture Nalanda Gedige is an ancient, granite temple built in between the 8th and 10th centuries.

Kaludiya Pokuna Forest Read more »

Surrounded by paddy fields and vegetable cultivations this ancient Buddhist meditation center lies in a tranquil location in Dambulla.

Sri Muthumariamman Kovil Temple Read more »

A colourful Hindu temple built in 1874 dedicated to the Hindu goddess Mariamman, this is an impressive religious attraction.

Nature, Wildlife Sanctuaries and Stunning waterfalls in Matale

Matale is not only about history, but has a collection of wildlife sanctuaries, waterfalls, hiking and trekking trails, and spice gardens.

Spice Gardens Read more »

Along the A9 Highway between Matale and Dambulla is famous for various spice gardens.

Wasgamuwa National Park Read more »

A park known for larger herds of Sri Lankan elephants, Wasgamuwa is a perfect place to observe wildlife.

Popham's Arboretum, Dambulla Read more »

Sri Lanka’s only dry zone arboretum with a vision to conserve the tropical flora and fauna.

Knuckles Mountain Range Read more »

A beautiful massif with 34 biodiverse peaks, Knuckles is a place for nature lovers and hiking enthusiasts.

Huluganga Ella Read more »

A waterfall in the Madulkale Village, Huluganga area close to Knuckles, this is an all year round 75 meters tall waterfall.

Hunnasgiriya Waterfall Read more »

A beautiful man-made waterfall in Matale district just about 22 kilometers from Kandy Town.

Sembuwatta Lake Read more »

A man-made lake, Sembuwatta is a popular tourist attraction in Matale.

Bambarakiri Ella Read more »

Located in the Knuckles Mountain Range close to Rattota town Bambarakiri Ella is a beautiful 10m waterfall.

Sera Ella Read more »

A beautiful waterfall in Laggala, Matale District.

Pitawala Pathana Riverstone Read more »

Closer to the Riverston mountains, and the mini worlds end, Pitawala Pathana is an amazing grassland miniature forest offering stunning views of surroundings.