Dambulla, Sri Lanka

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Home to the famous Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Iron Wood Forest, and the Rose Quartz Mountain Range, Dambulla provides historical adventures and breathtaking sights in a region UNESCO has designated the Cultural Triangle

The city of Dambulla lies approximately 148 kilometers (roughly 91 miles) to the Northeast of the Sri Lankan capital, Colombo.

At the top of the list of things to do in Dambulla is the Dambulla Cave Temple, also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla.  Comprised of 5 caves and a picturesque facade carved into the side of a steep rock face, the Dambulla Cave Temple houses ancient statues and paintings depicting the Buddha and his life. 

Other Dambulla, Sri Lanka attractions include:

• Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium: a 30,000 seat cricket stadium constructed in a mere 167 days and overlooking the Dambulla Tank (reservoir) and the Dambulla Rock.
• Rose Quartz Mountain Range

Getting to Dambulla: Since Dambulla is relatively close to Colombo, Sri Lanka, you are best advised to hire a private car in Colombo for safe travel to Dambulla. There are ample drivers available for hire in Colombo and most are very knowledgeable of the cultural sites and local history of Sri Lanka, making for an informative, guided tour on the road from Colombo to Dambulla.

Once you arrive in Dambulla, you will have an ample selection of accommodation options, including everything from private Guesthouses to several world-class accommodation facilities.

Amaya Lake Resort features 92 Sri Lankan villas situated on Kandalama Lake, with amenities including an Aryuvedic Spa, Boating, Swimming Pool, Yoga Center, Fine Dining, and much more. The Resort also provides easy access to the Dambulla Cave Temple and other sites within Sri Lanka's Cultural Triangle. 

Situated amidst beautiful surrounding of the Dambulla countryside, Heritance Kandalama Hotel Dambulla offers offers its guests uncommon luxury. The hotel is conveniently located between Dambulla Cave Temple and the Sigiriya rock fortress and offers upscale, air-conditioned rooms with private balconies with spectacular views of forests or the lake. The hotel features onsite dining and shopping, a business center with Internet access, conference and banqueting facilities, 3 swimming pools, fully equipped gym, tennis courts, rock climbing facilities, opportunities for boat safaris, cycling, and horse-back riding.