When planning a trip to Sri Lanka, you should add Dambulla as a must-see destination in your travel plan. Tourists from all over the world visit this place to discover its historical significance.
The Rock Cave Temple
This temple is also known as “Rangiri Dambulu Viharaya”. It is built on a 600 feet high rock and the temple has gained global recognition for its magnificent images of Lord Buddha. In addition, the amazing rock paintings of vivid colours capture the minds of tourists who visit the temple.
“The Lion Rock”
In fact, when it comes to the best things to do in Dambulla, heading to nearby Sigiriya Rock fortress is recommended. Once visited the place, you will see it as a heavenly place on earth. Being one of the most renowned iconic paintings of Sri Lanka, the ‘Sigiriya Damsels’which is also called ‘Sigiri Apsaras’ is painted in a cavity inside the rock. If you’re looking for a hotel in Sigiriya, Sri Lanka close to this attraction, consider staying at The Paradise Resort & Spa from where visiting the Lion Rock will take 24 minutes.
Pidurangala hike
Climbing the Pidurangala rock is another memorable experience when you are in Dambulla. Once you reach the summit of the rock, you can enjoy the 360-degree views of surrounding valleys as well as the Sigiriya Rock.
What to expect
Once visited Dambulla, you will certainly get to know its rich history, grandeur, and sanctity. The excellence of Buddhist statuary and religious art has made Dambulla a UNESCO world heritage site. View the amazing sunrise at Pidurangala and the gorgeous sunset on the top of Sigiriya rock for a memorable day in Dambulla!
Catalina Forbes is a travel writer who bases her content on many thrilling escapades experienced across the world. Google+
