Humbuluwa Raja Maha Viharaya is believed to have been constructed by Queen Anula, daughter of King Aggabodhi. The main image house is built inside a large rock cave.
Location:
Humbuluwa belongs to the Kurunegala District. The Humbuluwa Junction is on the Alauwa – Giriulla route ( Bus route number 505). Take the Wewa Para (Lake Road) to reach the Humbuluwa village.
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Driving Directions to Humbuluwa Raja Maha Viharaya
Route from Colombo to Humbuluwa Raja Maha Viharaya | Route II from Colombo to Humbuluwa Raja Maha Viharaya |
Via : Kelaniya – Ambepussa – Aluwa Distance : 75 km Travel time : 2 hours Driving directions : see on google map | Via : Jaela – Minuwangoda – Divulapitiya – Giriulla Distance : 78 km Travel time : 1.45 hours Driving directions : see on google map |
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