Category Archives: Dambulla
A Solo Guide for Travelling Around Sri Lanka on a Budget
Sri Lanka is an ideal holiday destination for travellers on a budget, especially if you decide to fully immerse yourself in its culture. A solo sojourn to the country...
A Guide for Hot Air Ballooning in Sri Lanka
Thrill-seekers flock to Sri Lanka for the many adventure experiences that generally take place within its thick jungles, atop its spectacular mountains, or over its...
Bawa’s Sri Lanka: An Architectural Tour
Geoffrey Bawa, the pioneer of Tropical Modernism, had a vision which greatly influenced architectural styles in Sri Lanka and other parts of the world...
ALL ABOUT THE Sri Lankan Elephant GATHERING
There are an estimated 6000 wild elephants in Sri Lanka, with the species having been listed as officially endangered by the International Union for...
5 Fun Experiences For A First Time Traveller To Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is a backpackers’ paradise; the size of the country makes it very easy to traverse through the different regions. If you’re visiting the island...
A Solo Guide To a Wellness Retreat In Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is undoubtedly one of the best holiday destinations in the world, it has a little bit of everything which is guaranteed to please anyone. However, more often than...
The 5 most popular things to do in Dambulla with kids
Dambulla is a bustling agricultural town situated in the Central Province and in the heart of the Cultural Triangle. The Cultural Triangle...
Top 4 Romantic and Adventurous Things To Do In Dambulla
Dambulla is found at the heart of Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle, which refers to an area of land where most of the country’s UNESCO World Heritage...
WHISK YOUR PARTNER TO THE MOST ROMANTIC SPOTS in Sri Lanka
It is easy to see why the island nation of Sri Lanka is considered as one of the most romantic places in the world. Surrounded by palm-fringed...
Four Historic Sites in Sri Lanka Your Kids Will Love to Visit
It may seem like an impossible feat to entice kids to visit a historical site- just the term fills them with boredom- however there are four sites in Sri Lanka...
7 Breath-taking Temples in Sri Lanka to Visit
Sri Lanka is a predominantly Buddhist country, with Buddhism being introduced in the 3rd century BCE, it has some of the oldest- and most beautiful- temples...
Discover Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle
Sri Lanka is best known for its golden beaches which wrap around the whole island, but the country has a hidden gem in its interior...
Romantic Things To Do In The Cultural Triangle
Sri Lanka is definitely one of the most romantic destinations to visit, it has golden beaches, turquoise waters and rolling green hills, however, most people...
Girls’ Trip To Sri Lanka? Here’s What You Need To See
If you and your friends are into adventure, Sri Lanka should definitely be at the top of your bucket list of places to visit. The small country has an array...
Where To See Elephants In Sri Lanka? Here’s 4 Awesome Places You’ll Love
There are a few things Sri Lanka is best known for; its beaches, cricket, tea, and being home to a large number of elephants. There are many elephant...
Nature Reserves You Must Visit
Paradise is often found in a place where nature flourishes. Our little island is just that. With over 22 national parks that can be explored, Sri Lanka is every nature lover's dream.
Popham’s Arboretum
Built in 1963 by English nature enthusiast, Sam Popham, the unique arboretum is created by utilising seven and a half acres of shrub jungle, and has expanded...
Ritigala Nature Reserve
Being in the crossroads of the many kingdoms that came to power in the country, Dambulla is known to be a major cultural site with many monuments that...
Dambulla Produce Market
Although not a historical complex, the Dambulla Produce Market serves as a major economic centre for the island, as it is one of the main places in...
Ironwood Grove Forest Monastery
Believed to be one of the first monasteries outside the Kingdom of Anuradhapura that goes all the way back to the 3rd century BC, to the reign of King Uttiya...
Ibbankatuwa Megalithic Tombs
One of the more overlooked ruins of the town of Dambulla is the Ibbankatuwa Megalithic Tombs. These tombs are believed to be the place in which many...
Rangiri Dambulla Cave Temples
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Rangiri Dambulla Cave Temples (sometimes known as the Golden Temple), is a kaleidoscope of artistry and is steeped...