Best places: Things to dos in Gampola, Sri Lanka

Sacred, historic temple said to be visited by the Buddha with paintings by a renowned artist.

Iconic temple with a bodhi tree grown from one of the 32 saplings from the sacred Anuradhapura tree.

Destination for moderate hikes & climbs to the top of the rock, popular for panoramic views.

Dome-shaped temple centered around a bodhi tree believed to be sprouted from a sacred sapling.

Roman Catholic 19th-century church known for a shrine containing part of St. Anthony's tongue.

720-ft. high waterfall, the second highest in the country, with a fabled history of lovers & Gods.

👍 The History of this temple goes back to the time of Buddha but this area around Badulla (especially Uva Province) goes way back in to the time of 19th -18th century BCE. Emperor Rawana was ruling this country with Badulla as the capital. It is also believed that the War of Rama and Rawana took place...

Accessible by hiking, this sizable waterfall in a remote forested area offers scenic views.

Carved during the reign of Dhatusena, this 12-m.-tall statue of the Buddha was hewn from granite.

Waterfall along the Kehelgamu Oya river, dropping from a height of 98 m. into a rocky pool.

Historic stone Hindu temple with intricate carvings, sculptures & colorful shrines.

👍👍 Awesome way to experience Sri Lanka! It's a little intimidating at first, but having the freedom to have your own tuktuk is a game-changer. We loved it. We've driven one all over Sri Lanka, and it's one of the main reasons we fell in love with the country. The Tuktuk Rental company is SO helpful, al...

👍👍 I respect all the religions and i visit to all the religious places. Today i visited to getambe temple this is very peaceful place. And the environment is very peaceful i just love this place.

👍👍 During my travels through Sri Lanka, I had the privilege of participating in an organic cooking class. Nestled in the serene backdrop of Sigiriya, this class was more than just a lesson in cooking; it was an immersion into the sustainable heartbeat of the island’s culinary traditions. The experienc...

Large temple featuring rituals & services around the sacred Tooth Relic, the canine tooth of Buddha.

The ruins of a 5th-century city, anchored by a towering rock fortress accessible by steep stairs.

👍👍 The temple of the sacred tooth relic is a must visit place if you're in Kandy. It's a World heritage site, and important place of worship for the Buddhists. One tooth of Buddha is worshipped here and there is a long history how it has been moved from place to place. There is a museum within the co...

👍👍 The church is very beautiful and has ample parking space. It is very quiet and calming inside. The father and the brother we met were kind,friendly and supportive. PS: Please note that the entrance is from the Lauries Rd. Google maps directed me somewhere else.

😠 It will be difficult for me to visit this temple due to the reason how the temple authorities ignored mistreatment of the elephant Sak Surin, the Thai elephant. This can't be a Buddhist temple. Update as at 7th September 2023: I visited Sak Surin (= Muthu Raja, the mistreated elephant in Sri Lan...

👍👍 This concealed waterfall is a true marvel, embraced by luxuriant green landscapes. The mesmerizing cascade of water offers both a visual spectacle and an enchanting auditory experience. The crystalline pool beneath invites a rejuvenating dip, while the surrounding habitat forms a sanctuary for diver...