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Parks & gardens in Matale District

The best places to see in Matale District: sights, nature, temples and beaches, with opening hours, entry fees and how to get there.

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Parks & gardens Must see

Sigiriya Water Gardens

Sigiriya, Matale District

Sigiriya Water Gardens are ancient landscaped gardens located at the western entrance area of Sigiriya Rock Fortress. They are famous for their symmetrical pools, fountains, water channels and advanced hydraulic engineering developed during the reign of King Kashyapa in the 5th century AD.

Parks & gardens Must see

Popham's Arboretum

Dambulla, Matale District

Popham’s Arboretum is a peaceful dry-zone woodland in Dambulla. It protects a wide variety of native trees and provides a natural habitat for birds, butterflies, mammals and the rare grey slender loris. Visitors can explore marked walking trails and join guided wildlife tours.

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Towns in Matale District

Sigiriya 1 place
Dambulla 1 place