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Places to visit in North Western Province

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

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Athugala Rock
Mountains, hikes & viewpoints

Athugala Rock

Kurunegala, Kurunegala District

Athugala Rock, also known as Elephant Rock, is a famous natural landmark in Kurunegala, Sri Lanka, offering panoramic city views and a magnificent white Buddha statue.

Kurunegala Lake
Lakes & reservoirs

Kurunegala Lake

Kurunegala, Kurunegala District

Kurunegala Lake, also known as Rantalia Wewa, is a scenic reservoir in Kurunegala city, famous for its peaceful walking paths, sunset views and beautiful backdrop of Elephant Rock.

Ridi Viharaya (Silver Temple)
Buddhist temples

Ridi Viharaya (Silver Temple)

Kurunegala, Kurunegala District

Ridi Viharaya, also known as the Silver Temple, is an ancient Buddhist cave temple in Kurunegala, Sri Lanka, famous for its historic silver discovery, beautiful murals and Buddha statues.

Dambadeniya Ancient Kingdom Museum
Historical & heritage sites

Dambadeniya Ancient Kingdom Museum

Kurunegala, Kurunegala District

Dambadeniya Ancient Kingdom Museum is a small archaeological museum in Kurunegala, Sri Lanka, displaying ancient pottery, photographs and historical objects from the medieval Dambadeniya Kingdom.

Dambadeniya Raja Maliga Gala
Historical & heritage sites

Dambadeniya Raja Maliga Gala

Kurunegala, Kurunegala District

Dambadeniya Raja Maliga Gala is a historic palace rock in Kurunegala, Sri Lanka, famous for its 13th-century royal ruins, ancient stone stairways and panoramic countryside views.

Yapahuwa Rock Fortress
Historical & heritage sites

Yapahuwa Rock Fortress

Kurunegala, Kurunegala District

Yapahuwa Rock Fortress is a magnificent 13th-century royal citadel in Kurunegala, Sri Lanka, famous for its ornate stone staircase, lion carvings and panoramic rock-top views.

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