Hulangala Rock – A Hidden Viewpoint in Matale
Introduction Hulangala Rock is a little-known viewpoint in the Matale District, set amidst Sri Lanka’s rolling hills and tea-covered slopes. Far away from the busy
Deduru Oya Reservoir – A Modern Marvel of Kurunegala
Introduction The Deduru Oya Reservoir, located in the Kurunegala District, is one of Sri Lanka’s largest modern irrigation projects, completed in 2014. Built across the
Kandalama Reservoir – A Tranquil Lake in Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle
Introduction The Kandalama Reservoir, located near Dambulla on the border of the Kurunegala and Matale districts, is a stunning man-made lake surrounded by forests, paddy
Panduwasnuwara – Ancient Capital of Sri Lanka’s Legends
Introduction The Panduwasnuwara ruins, located in the Kurunegala District, are the remains of an ancient capital dating back to the 6th century BCE. Closely tied
Arankele Monastery – The Forest Monastery of Kurunegala
Introduction The Arankele Monastery, located in the Kurunegala District, is an ancient forest monastery (Aranya Senasana) dating back to the 3rd century BCE. Originally established
Ridi Viharaya – The Silver Temple of Kurunegala
Introduction The Ridi Viharaya, also known as the Silver Temple, is one of the most sacred and historically important Buddhist temples in Sri Lanka. Located
Kurunegala Rock (Ethugala Viewpoint) – The Elephant Rock of Kurunegala
Introduction The Kurunegala Rock, also known as Ethugala Rock (Elephant Rock), is the most famous landmark of Kurunegala town. Rising over 325 meters above the
Kurunegala Lake – The Scenic Heart of the Elephant Rock City
Introduction The Kurunegala Lake, also known as the Kurunegala Tank (Raja Wewa), is the scenic centerpiece of Kurunegala town. Built as an ancient irrigation reservoir
Nuwara Eliya Golf Club – A Colonial Gem for Golf in the Highlands
Introduction The Nuwara Eliya Golf Club, established in the heart of Sri Lanka’s “Little England,” is one of the oldest golf clubs in Asia. Founded
Nuwara Eliya Racecourse – The Turf of “Little England”
Introduction The Nuwara Eliya Racecourse, located in the heart of the hill country town, is one of the most iconic colonial landmarks of “Little England.”