Most reviewed Historical landmarks in Point Pedro, Sri Lanka to visit (Updated January, 2024)

Most reviewed Historical landmarks in Point Pedro

Explore the city's most talked-about destinations, sorted by the number of reviews. The higher the position on the list, the greater the number of reviews for each place. Discover the pulse of Point Pedro through these extensively reviewed and popular spots. This list contains 119 places from Historical landmark category.

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Within Point Pedro

Sigiriya

Fortress

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

4.70 (17.5K reviews) (~212.66 km from centre)

Ruwanweli Maha Seya

Buddhist temple

This 140-BCE stupa is an ancient, sacred Buddhist site & reaches a height of 103 meters.

4.90 (14K reviews) (~161.69 km from centre)

Pidurangala Rock

Historical landmark

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

4.80 (7.3K reviews) (~211.71 km from centre)

Dutch Fort - Jaffna

Fortress

Partially renovated fortress constructed in 1600s, popular for water & sunset views.

4.40 (3.4K reviews) (~27.52 km from centre)

Uththararamaya (Gal Vihara)

Place of worship

Ancient Sinhalese rock temple with 4 Buddha statues, including 2 seated, 1 standing & 1 reclining.

4.70 (2.1K reviews) (~220.73 km from centre)

Isurumuni Royal Temple

Buddhist temple

Buddhist temple dating back thousands of years, known for its intricate stone carvings.

4.70 (2K reviews) (~163.32 km from centre)

Dalada Maluva - ( Polonnaruwa)

Historical landmark

👍👍 Very beautiful and attractive temple complex in polonnaruwa ancient city and also most holy place .

4.60 (1.7K reviews) (~222.46 km from centre)

Samadhi Buddha Statue

Historical landmark

👍👍 The Buddha statue can be seen in the Mahamevnawa Park, another sacred place in the ancient city of Anuradhapura. This black stone Buddha statue was destroyed in the past due to enemy invasions and was later rebuilt by the Department of Archeology. This is a must visit place. You can drive near the M...

4.80 (1.5K reviews) (~159.52 km from centre)

Mirisavetiya vihara

Buddhist temple

👍👍 Mirisavetiya Stupa is the another important shrine located in Anuradhapura.The Mirisavetiya Stupa is a sacred place belonging to the "Atamasthana" and "Solosmasthana".This stupa was built by King Dutugemunu.This stupa is located close to Ruwanweli Maha Seya and Basavakkulama lake.If you are visiting...

4.80 (1.5K reviews) (~162.16 km from centre)

Nalanda Gedige (Central point of Sri Lanka)

Historical landmark

Stone remains of an 8th-10th century Hindu Dravidian style temple & Sri Lanka's center point.

4.60 (1.2K reviews) (~240.75 km from centre)

Royal Palace of King Maha Parakramabahu

Historical landmark

👍👍 Vejayanta Pasada is a magnificent seven-storey structure which is the royal palace of King Parakramabahu the Great. It is situated on Maradankadawala-Habarana-Thirukkondaiadimadu Highway.

4.70 (975 reviews) (~222.97 km from centre)

Baobab Tree Pallimunai, Mannar

Nature preserve

👍 As it is a very valuable plant in Sri Lanka, it should be taken care of and protected

4.30 (805 reviews) (~96.03 km from centre)

Ritigala Strict Natural Reserve

National park

👍👍 😊 Historical contex of Ritigala The chronicle Mahavansa Mentions that King Pandukabhaya established his garrison at this occasion to fight his uncles. Prince Aritta who was ordained as a monk in the Buddha Sasana for the first time in Sri Lanka after embracing theBuddha Dhamma During the reign of K...

4.70 (788 reviews) (~192.35 km from centre)

Vatadage

Historical landmark

Ancient Buddhist monument features intricate stone carvings, statues & a small stupa.

4.70 (711 reviews) (~222.49 km from centre)

Mannar Dutch Fort

Historical landmark

👍 Beautiful and historical place in sri lanka. Built by the Portuguese, it was later taken over by the Dutch. Built facing the Mannar Lagoon, it creates a pleasant sight to watch during the sunset in the evening. Today it is broken but not completely destroyed, this is a place that many tourists go to...

4.30 (702 reviews) (~96.87 km from centre)

Kalpitiya Dutch Fort

Historical landmark

👍 A Most historical place in kalpitiya area. It was built by Dutch people in 1666. And they have spent 10 years to complete the construction. Now this fort under SL Navy supervision. Nothing much to see but could see the ruined building.

4.10 (658 reviews) (~180.3 km from centre)

Medirigiriya Vatadageya (මැදිරිගිරිය වටදාගෙය)

Historical landmark

👍👍 Madirigiriya Watadageya: A Mystical Sanctuary in Sri Lanka Introduction: Sri Lanka, renowned for its rich historical and cultural heritage, boasts a plethora of ancient architectural marvels, many of which have deep spiritual significance. Among these, the Madirigiriya Watadageya, located in Sri La...

4.70 (645 reviews) (~201.02 km from centre)

Dimbulagala Aranya Senasanaya

Buddhist temple

👍👍 One of the best old temples in Sri Lanka. Located in between polonnaruwa to mahiyangana. Natural environment with great hospitality of villagers. You can see our ancient thinking Patton once you enter the temple. Nicely maintained natural environment with proper maintenance.

4.70 (643 reviews) (~236.46 km from centre)

Talaimannar Lighthouse

Historical landmark

👍👍 Access: Google map location is correct. No direct access to this point. Most convenient way is go along the railway till the end. Time to visit: Ideal time to visit here is sunset time. Lighthouse located near the Talai mannar pier, railway station and fishing area. No need tickets to visit here....

4.30 (605 reviews) (~93.34 km from centre)

Nelliady Junction

Historical landmark

👍👍 Better to have some knowledge of Tamil language if you visit this area. Google translation helped me. Friendly people. Nice place to visit.

4.20 (548 reviews) (~2.32 km from centre)

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Most reviewed Historical landmarks in Point Pedro, Sri Lanka