Mattala Rajapaksa Hambantota Airport 1 hr 55
Diyaluma Falls (1 hr 11) 720-ft. high waterfall, the second highest in the country, with a fabled history of lovers & Gods. Nil Diya Pokuna (33 min) Dowa Rajamaha Viharaya දෝව රජමහා විහාරය (14 min) Sacred rock temple known for its 38-foot Buddha statue carved in a granite boulder. Mahamevnawa Monastery (26 min) Monastery and temple Little Adam's Peak (16 min) Scenic peak reachable by steps & a moderate hiking trail, offering picturesque sunrise views. Bogoda Wooden Bridge (බෝගොඩ ලී පාළම) (56 min) Lipton's Seat (1 hr 22) Striking panoramas draw visitors to this overlook & cafe near historic tea–producing farms. Adisham Bungalow (56 min) Benedictine monastery in a Tudor-style country home on scenic grounds with orchards & a garden. Nine Arch Bridge (11 min) Dunhinda Falls (51 min) Accessible only by hiking trail, this secluded waterfall has a viewing platform & picnic areas. Demodara Railway Loop (21 min) Rawana Falls. (17 min) This popular waterfall is one of the country's widest & has a cave mentioned in an Indian epic poem. Ravana's Cave (11 min) Secluded cliff cave linked to a mythical Hindu king & accessed by steep steps through lush forest. Halpe Paththini Dewalaya (15 min) Nine Arches Bridge (11 min) Iconic arched railway bridge made of stone, brick & cement, bordered by lush greenery. |