- Dambulla Cave Temple - The Dambulla Cave Temple is located 24 km (30 min) from Sigiriya in central Sri Lanka. Built in about 80BC It is the largest and best preserved cave temple in Sri Lanka. Inside are 153 Buddha statues in various reposes, three statues of ancient kings, and four other statues including those of Vishnu and Ganesh. The ceiling and walls have been repainted over the centuries contain a juxtapose of imagery including those of royal life.
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- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- Free onboard Wi-Fi (upon request)
- English-speaking driver
- Multi-language guide at Sigiriya
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Complimentary king coconut & seasonal fruits
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Entrances Fees
Explore one of Sri Lanka’s UNESCO HERITAGE Site - SIGIRIYA ROCK FORTRESS. This notable landmark which is significant in history and archaeology is characterized by a towering column of rock rising nearly 200 meters (660 ft.) into the sky. As per the historical Sri Lankan record, the Culavamsa, King Kassapa chose this location as his new capital. He constructed his royal residence at the peak of this rock and beautified its sides with vibrant murals. A colossal lion-shaped gateway was built halfway up the rock, giving the site its name - SIHAGIRI, the Lion Rock. Following King Kassapa’s demise, the capital and royal palace were left deserted. The site transformed into a Buddhist monastery, serving as such until the 14th century.
- Comfortable walking shoes recommended for this tour. Wearing well-covered attire along with sandals or flip flops are recommend for Dambula Cave Temple and to all other religious sights of Sri Lanka.
- Please observe proper dress code when visiting the temples as a form of respect. The basic rule is to wear clothing that covers the shoulders, and knees (Participants are advised dress appropriately for this activity (long pants, long-sleeved shirt or scarf to cover shoulders, and closed shoes)
- Deposit trash in designated receptacles
- Re-entry is not allowed after you leave the venue
- The exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date.
- Pickup will be commenced prior to start the tour time; you must contact us to verify your exact pickup time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.