Bihalpola Tampita Rajamaha Viharaya (බිහාල්පොල ටැම්පිට රජමහා විහාරය)
According to the legend, Bihalpola Rajamaha Viharaya was constructed during the reign of King Devanmpiya Tissa (250-251 B.C.) and later renovated by King Walagamba 89-77 BC).
Kurunegala District
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Bathalagoda Wewa Reservoir in Kurunegala (කුරුනෑගල බතලගොඩ වැව)
Batalagoda Wewa is a pre-Christian reservoir in Ibbagamuwa, once the lifeline for the enigmatic “Parana Nuwara” city. Linked to King Kumara Dhatusena and Queen Kalyanawathi, this historic site witnessed royal investitures and epic battles. Today, it remains a bustling weekend retreat steeped in legends of ancient scholar-kings and warriors.
Yapahuwa Kingdom of Ancient Sri Lanka (යාපහුව රාජධානිය)
Discover the dramatic ruins of Yapahuwa Rock Fortress, Sri Lanka’s ancient fortress capital, where soaring stairways, carved lions, and sacred relic history meet. Explore a breathtaking blend of archaeology, legend, and mountain scenery rising above the northern plains.
Dambadeniya Kingdom and Palace Complex (දඹදෙනිය රාජධානිය)
Rising majestically above the plains, Dambadeniya Rock was once the royal citadel of a 13th-century kingdom. Its summit reveals palace ruins, ramparts, and breathtaking panoramic views, while nearby temples preserve exquisite frescoes—echoes of a glorious era when Dambadeniya stood as the proud capital of Sri Lanka.
Arankele Forest Monastery (අරන්කැලේ වන සෙනසුණ)
The building at the entrance of the Arankele Monastery has been identified as a Jantagara or hot water bath. Amongst the other ruins that have been identified are meditating promenades ponds and winding pathways.
Algama Kanda Purana Len Viharaya (අල්ගම කන්ද පුරාණ ලෙන් විහාරය)
Algama Kanda Ancient Cave Temple lies in the District of Kurunegala in the village of Algama. Although this cave temple has not caught the public eye, it has been found that this temple goes back to the time of King Walagamba (89-77 BC) and probably built by him.