Nestled in the lush, verdant hills of Sri Lanka, Kandy is not just a city of historical significance and scenic beauty, but also a vibrant hub for traditional arts and crafts. Each handcrafted piece of artwork in Kandy tells a
In today’s fast-paced world, in order to maintain a sense of balance, it is important for us to frequently pull ourselves out of the rat race and take a pause. Every so often, we need a proper break, away from
Lankathilaka Raja Maha Viharaya is one of the most fascinating temples constructed in the Gampola Era. It is situated atop the Panhalgala Rock in the Hiyarapitiya Village from the Udunuwara area of the Kandy district and was constructed by the
If you are looking for an interesting place to visit in Sri Lanka, one that is steeped in history and culture but perhaps not as well known as some other tourist hot spots, then you must try Gampola. Standing 3,567
Opened to the public in 2009, Ambuluwawa is the first multi-religious sanctuary and biodiversity complex in Sri Lanka. Located at a height of 3560 metres above sea level in the historic town of Gampola, the premises houses a Buddhist temple,
Built over six centuries ago, Embekka Devalaya is an artistic masterpiece. It has some of the most intricate and beautiful wood carvings to be seen in Sri Lanka, or anywhere in the world for that matter. The quality of the
A symbol of the growing prominence of Gampola, Gadaladeniya Raja Maha Viharaya was built over a rock in Diggala by King Buwanekabahu IV in 1344AD. Together with its sister temple, Lankathilaka Viharaya, this majestic monastery helped to affirm Gampola as