Located in the Mathale District of Sri Lanka’s Central Province is the city of Dambulla. Known for its rich history and culture, Dambulla is a popular tourist destination in Sri Lanka due to its many attractions. For a comfortable stay in a hotel close to Dambulla, make a reservation at Hotel Sigiriya, one of the most recommendable and pleasant hotels Sigiriya.
The city of Dambulla is located quite centrally in Sri Lanka, making it a ‘junction’ city. Hence it is the location of Sri Lanka’s largest vegetable fresh produce collection and distribution center. The city is also home to largest Rose Quartz Mountain in South Asia, and the Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium. But the city’s most popular attraction is the Dambulla Cave Temple.
The Dambulla Cave Temple is the largest cave temple is Sri Lanka. Built in the 5th Century AD, the temple is well preserved as was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1991. Located with a gigantic rock which stands over 160m tall, much of the temple complex was built in five caves. The caves are full of ornate carvings, intricately carved and designed statues, and stunning paintings. The Dambulla Cave Temple is truly a testament to Sri Lanka’s rich cultural heritage. The Dambulla Produce Market is also an intriguing place to visit if you are interested in witnessing the vast amounts of produce that is grown in Sri Lanka and distributed to major cities. You can even buy a few fresh vegetables and fruits at cheap prices at the market. Another popular attraction is Namal Uyana, a large nature park which is home to the Rose Quartz Mountains, and rare and unique Ironwood Tree forests (which are endemic to Sri Lanka). Apart from this, you can pay a visit to the Dambulla Museum and learn more about the history of Sri Lanka.
Thus, Dambulla is a city which has much to offer to any tourist or visitor to Sri Lanka, so go ahead and pay it a visit.
Nigel Walters is a travel writer, who writes under the pen name, Fritzjames Stephen. His content is based on the myriad of experiences and indulgences that the world has to offer travellers across all walks of life.
