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Photo courtesy of Dr. Ashan Geeganage
Bandagiriya forms the highest point in Hambantota District. Located at its summit is the ancient Bandagiriya Vihara (temple). In Dathuwamsa, one of the ancient chronicles of Sri Lankan history, it is mentioned that this temple was built by King Kawantissa in the 2nd century BC.
The name is also mentioned in ancient graffiti discovered at the the city of Sigiriya (6th to 8th century AD). At Bandagiriya two Stupas and a statue of the seated Buddha in meditation stand amidst scattered ruins. Bandagiriya provides quiet and peaceful surroundings and forms a wonderful vista to enjoy the sunset.
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Map of Bandagiriya Rajamaha Viharaya
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Driving Directions to Bandagiriya Rajamaha Viharaya
| Route from Colombo to Ancient Bandagiriya Temple | Route from Tissamaharama Road to Ancient Bandagiriya Temple |
| Though : Ratnapura – Pelmadulla – Udawalawe – Embilipitiya – Nonagama – Habanthota distance : 230 km Travel time : 5 hours Driving directions : see on google map | distance : 9 km Travel time : 10 mins Driving directions : see on google map |
