Bandaranaike International Airport 3 hr 8
Mathisha jeep safari Dambulla (15 min) Sath Paththini Devalaya (6 min) Kala Wewa (46 min)
Upper part of a twin reservoir built by King Dhatusena in the 5th century, visited by elephants. Dambulla Royal Cave Temple and Golden Temple (6 min)
Temples built into 5 caves under overhanging rock, containing paintings, statues & wall murals. Kaludiya Pokuna Acheological Site (36 min) Kandalama Reservoir (23 min)
Large reservoir lake with areas for swimming & a variety of hotels providing mountain views. Dambulla Somawathi Stupa (8 min)
Archaeological site and temple Sigiriya Fortress (30 min)
The ruins of a 5th-century city, anchored by a towering rock fortress accessible by steep stairs. Ibbankatuwa Megalithic Tombs (6 min)
Temple, archaeological site, and history Pidurangala Royal Cave Temple (37 min)
Ancient Buddhist temple built on a huge rock, a popular hike for history & panoramic views. Ibbankatuwa Wewa (8 min) Painting Conservation & Research Center and Painting Museum (6 min) Popham's Arboretum (9 min) Pidurangala (37 min)
Destination for moderate hikes & climbs to the top of the rock, popular for panoramic views. Jathika Namal Uyana | ජාතික නාමල් උයන (27 min)
Mountain and nature | 
