Bandaranaike International Airport 3 hr 26
Popham's Arboretum (23 min) Kaludiya Pokuna Acheological Site (22 min) Cobra Hood Cave (6 min) Sigiri Art Gallery (6 min) Sigiriya - Archaeological Museum (5 min) Sarath Safari Sigiriya (4 min) Hurulu Eco Park (20 min) Park, safari, and elephant Kandalama Reservoir (32 min) Large reservoir lake with areas for swimming & a variety of hotels providing mountain views. Dambulla Royal Cave Temple and Golden Temple (22 min) Temples built into 5 caves under overhanging rock, containing paintings, statues & wall murals. Habarana lake (20 min) Lake and elephant Pidurangala (12 min) Destination for moderate hikes & climbs to the top of the rock, popular for panoramic views. Pidurangala Royal Cave Temple (12 min) Ancient Buddhist temple built on a huge rock, a popular hike for history & panoramic views. Sigiri Safari (4 min) Sigiriya Fortress (6 min) The ruins of a 5th-century city, anchored by a towering rock fortress accessible by steep stairs. Minneriya National Park (27 min) This sprawling preserve features a large 3rd-century reservoir, plus elephants & other wildlife. |