Travel guide
The best places to see in Matale: sights, nature, temples and beaches, with opening hours, entry fees and how to get there.
9 places
Matale, Matale District
High-elevation grassland walk with striking escarpment views.
Matale, Matale District
Cave monastery associated with the recording of the Pali Canon.
Matale, Matale District
Colourfully decorated Hindu temple known for its carved gopuram.
Matale, Matale District
Kaludiya Pokuna Forest Monastery is an ancient Buddhist monastery site located within a peaceful forest near Dambulla. It is known for its black-water pond, ancient stone structures, meditation caves, inscriptions and archaeological remains surrounded by natural vegetation.
Matale, Matale District
Moragahakanda Reservoir, officially known as Kulasinghe Reservoir, is a major multipurpose reservoir in Sri Lanka. It is famous for its large water body, dam structure, surrounding scenery and importance in irrigation, drinking-water supply and hydroelectric power generation.
Matale, Matale District
Sembuwatta Lake is a beautiful man-made lake located in Elkaduwa, Matale District, Sri Lanka. Surrounded by lush tea plantations, pine forests and green mountains, it is a popular destination for nature lovers and travellers. The lake is famous for its cool climate, peaceful environment, scenic view
Matale, Matale District
Scenic waterfall with a rocky overhang in the Knuckles region.
Matale, Matale District
Bowatenna Reservoir is a major water-management project built across the Amban Ganga under the Mahaweli Development Programme. It supports irrigation, water distribution and hydroelectric power generation while offering attractive reservoir and countryside views.
Matale, Matale District
Wasgamuwa National Park is a protected wildlife area in Sri Lanka, famous for its wild elephant herds, diverse birdlife, dry-zone forests, rivers and grasslands. Visitors can explore the park through guided jeep safaris.
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