The small, not-so-famous town set on the route to the very famous, touristic city of Sigiriya, Dambulla, is brimming with culture and history. Drop by this historic town to immerse yourself in the cultural triangle of Sri Lanka.
Dambulla Royal Cave Temple and Golden Temple
A UNESCO World Heritage site and Sri Lanka’s largest cave temple, Dambulla Royal Cave Temple is the No. 1 crowd-pleaser of the city and probably the only attraction keeping Dambulla from falling into the forgotten tourist trail. Soak up the astounding beauty of the caves and hike down to feast your eyes on the glimmering, gigantic golden Buddha statue.
Kandalama Reservoir
Located just a short 8-kilometre drive away from Dambulla city, the man-made lake—Kandalama Reservoir boasts some scenic views that will just blow your mind. To fully take in this breathtaking beauty, stay at one of the fine Dambulla hotels lying on the shores of the Kandalama Reservoir, including the likes of Amaya Lake.
Sigiriya Rock Fortress
The route to the world-famous Sigiriya Rock cuts through the city of Dambulla, making it a fantastic day trip for you to indulge in. Located just 16 kilometres away from Dambulla city-centre, it would be a shame not to make the short drive up to this magnificent World Heritage site.
Popham’s Arboretum
Expanding over a whopping 7.5 acres, Popham’s Arboretum is Sri Lanka’s only dry zone arboretum. As the home to a wide diversity of flora and fauna, it is a great escape from the bustling city.
