pre-Christian era

*Important: Some mapped locations are indicative only and some sites may be uncleared. To visit temple sites outside the tourist zones you should seek a guide from the local area. Read more

Danagirigala Rajamaha Viharaya

Danagirigala Rajamaha Viharaya lies on a remote picturesque mountain off Mawanella. The temple is believed to be built by King Walagamba during the 1st century. The rock inscriptions at the site date this temple complex to a period even before – the pre-Christian era. To reach the temple you need to climb 367 granite steps. … Read more