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Dambana Vedda Village

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Wellawaya Viewpoint & Ella Pass Entrance5

Wellawaya Viewpoint & Ella Pass Entrance

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Maligawila Buddha Statue

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Buduruwagala Temple

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Monaragala Travel Itinerary

Discover the highlights and local favorites in Monaragala with is easy-to-follow guide.

Explore Ancient Temples & Heritage

Day 01
  • 8:00 AM – Visit Buduruwagala Temple to see the giant rock-cut Buddha figures and learn about their historical significance.
  • 10:30 AM – Head to Maligawila Buddha Statue, an awe-inspiring monument of ancient devotion.
  • 12:30 PM – Lunch at a local village restaurant — enjoy traditional rice & curry or spicy lake fish.
  • 2:00 PM – Explore Yudaganawa Stupa, an iconic ancient site surrounded by calm countryside.

Wildlife, Lakes & Green Landscapes

Day 02
  • 7:00 AM – Begin your morning safari at Gal Oya National Park — spot elephants, deer, crocodiles, and colorful birds.
  • 12:00 PM – Picnic lunch near the lake or at the park entrance area.
  • 1:30 PM – Continue your journey to Lunugamvehera National Park for an afternoon wildlife experience.
  • 4:30 PM – End your day at Handapanagala Tank, enjoying a peaceful sunset over the water.

Culture, Villages & Sacred Traditions

Day 03
  • 8:00 AM – Visit Dambana Vedda Village to meet Sri Lanka’s first inhabitants and learn about their forest-based lifestyle.
  • 12:00 PM – Lunch at a local home or community center — taste fresh curd with treacle for dessert.
  • 2:00 PM – Drive to Kataragama, one of the island’s most spiritual towns filled with temples and shrines.
  • 5:30 PM – Watch the evening pooja at the Kataragama Devalaya, marking the perfect end to your journey
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