The ruins of a unique Ambalama lies in Ambalanpotha in the Monaragala District in the Ambalanpotha area. Built in an elephant-infested forest a long time ago, this Ambalama is built on an 8-foot high brick platform to protect the various travelers from elephant attacks at night.
Unfortunately, the Ambalama is now in ruins with only the 8-foot platform and the staircase to the top remaining.
Ambalanpotha Ambalama can be reached by taking the Pelawatta – Passara road for about 6.5 km and turning right and travelling a further 1.5 km on this road.
Also See
- List of Ambalama’s in Sri Lanka
- Ancient Heritage Sites of Sri Lanka
- Other Places of Interest Within Close Proximity
Map of Ambalanpotha Ambalama
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Travel Directions to Ambalanpotha Ambalama
Route from Buttala to Ambalanpotha Ambalama | Route from Wellawaya to Ambalanpotha Ambalama |
Through : Pelwatta Distance : 14 km Travel time : 20 minutes Driving directions : see on google map | Through : Pelwatta Distance :18 km Travel time : 30 minutes. Driving directions : see on google map |
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