There are numerous exciting attractions for you to explore during your stay. If you’re eager to venture beyond our tranquil retreat, you might be interested in visiting the following nearby destinations:
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
A world-famous attraction, the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is a sanctuary for orphaned and injured elephants. Visitors can observe and even participate in feeding and bathing these gentle giants.
Sri Dalada Maligawa – Kandy
The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, or Sri Dalada Maligawa, is a Buddhist temple in Kandy, Sri Lanka. It is located in the royal palace complex of the former Kingdom of Kandy, which houses the relic of the tooth of the Buddha.
Maraluwawa Rajamaha Viharaya
Maraluwawa Rajamaha Viharaya is an ancient temple complex lying on the top of Andagala Rock close to the Kurunegala town going as far as King Dutugemunu (161-131 BC). Like a eel, this rock stretches for over 15 kilometers in length giving it a shape of a eel to a person looking at it from ground or from above, giving its name “Andagala” (Eel-Rock).
Cathedral Church of Christ the King
Cathedral of Christ the King is located on Kandy Road, Kurunegala, Sri Lanka. It is the primary Anglican cathedral of the Diocese of Kurunegala, affiliated to the Church of Ceylon.
Dambulla Royal Cave Temple and Golden Temple
Dambulla cave temple also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla is a World Heritage Site in Sri Lanka, situated in the central part of the country. This site is situated 148 kilometres east of Colombo, 72 kilometres north of Kandy and 43 km north of Matale.
Gadaladeniya Raja maha viharaya
Gadaladenyia Vihara is an ancient Buddhist temple situated in Pilimathalawa, Kandy, Sri Lanka. It is located on Gadaladenyia Road, just up from the Gadaladeniya junction of the Colombo – Kandy Road, approximately 12.5 km to the west of Kandy and 3 km from the ancient buddhist temple, Lankatilaka Vihara.
Lankathilaka Viharaya
Lankatilaka is Buddhist temple of the 14th century in the Hiyarapitiya village, from the Udu Nuwara area of Kandy district in Sri Lanka. This historical temple was built by the Gampola king, King Buwanekabahu the fourth (1341 – 1351AD), in 1344 AD. Gampola was a stronghold on the banks of Mahaveli River.
Rambukkana Railway Museum
The Rambukkana Railway Museum, exhibiting the history of railways in Sri Lanka, has vintage locomotives and carriages on display.
Royal Botanical Garden
This expansive botanical garden showcases a diverse collection of plants, including exotic orchids, giant bamboos, and towering trees. It’s an ideal place for a leisurely stroll amid lush greenery.
Alagalla Mountain Range
Adventure seekers can embark on a trek to Alagalla Mountain Range, also known as “Potato Range,” offering stunning views from the summit.