Travel guide

Places to visit 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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Historical & heritage sites Must see

Sigiriya, Matale District

A 5th-century royal citadel on top of a 200 m rock, with the famous Lion’s Paw gate, frescoes and water gardens. A UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Buddhist temples

Dambulla, Matale District

Five cave shrines on a rock above Dambulla, filled with Buddha statues and painted ceilings. A UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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