The present Wariyapola Sri Sumangala Raja Maha Viharaya has a long history dating back to the Dutch period. The viharaya has become famous for its paintings, wood carvings and statues. %
Nillakgama Bodhigaraya is the best preserved Bodhigara ( Bo-Tree house) in the country built during Anuradhapura Era. Believed to be built in the 8-9th centuary this is a completely built with granite
The Gokarella Polgolla Shastraravinda Pirivena is a prestigious seat of learning which has earned fame not only in Wayamba but throughout the length and breath of Sri Lanka today
Sangamuwa Rajamaha Viharaya is home to probably the oldest recorded peace treaty in world sketched on stone slab in the 12th century by two warring kings.
Ridi Viharaya seamlessly blends King Dutugemunu’s ancient legacy with Kandyan-era artistry. The site features the stone “Jackfruit Temple,” a massive reclining Buddha, and rare “Bible tiles” gifted by the Dutch. Its unique “Pancha Nari Getaya” and lion-headed imagery showcase a fascinating intersection of Buddhist devotion and diverse cultural influences.
According to chronicles The King Mahasen (276-303 AD) who ruled from Anuradhapura has built a statue called “Rahera” statue at the base of the “Rahera” cliff. It is thought that Ras Vehera is this statue and after his death the work on the site has also halted.
In the tranquil village of Rambadagalla in Ridigama in the Kurunegala District, a huge stone sculpture is taking shape at the little known Rambadagalla Viharaya
Nuwarakanda Rajamaha Vihara is an ancient temple built in the 3rd century BC located near the city of Wariyapla. The temple is famous for its rare Dahaiya (Rice Husk) statues
Nagolla Raja Maha Viharaya is thought to be built by King Vatta Gamini Abaya aka King Walagamba between 103 BC – 89BC, during his hiding from South Indian invaders.
Konduruwapola Rajamaha has been built by Meegasthanne Adikaram during the reign of King Sri Wickrama Rajasinghe (1797 – 1814) as a tampita viharaya.
The Karathana gal len viharaya is situated in the peaceful surroundings of coconut, teak plantations and paddy fields. It is a small len viharaya placed on a rocky outcrop which seems to suddenly emerge from the otherwise flat plains.
Karagahagedara Ambalama in Kurunegala was celebrated for its scenic setting amongst the local paddy fields. The narrow unsealed road that led to this gem of old world charm hugely compensated for minor discomforts. From the turn-off at Kalugamuwa the road ran through coconut estates, rubber, paddy fields and bountiful home gardens.
Traveling along the Madagalla Road after turning off at Ibbagamuwa, we approached the Kasagala temple (Kasagala Raja Maha Viharaya) crossing a bund over a dried up wewa, its parched and crusting mud thirsting for the rains.
Kabella Lena Cave Temple is a historic rock monastery near Wariyapola, attributed to King Walagamba’s reign. It features a massive reclining Buddha within a central cave. The site is particularly popular for its powerful Suniyam Devale, attracting many for spiritual rituals and soothsaying.
The ancient capital city of Kurunegala is today a busy town in which most of the ancient heritage had disappeared but most of the temples of the ancient times still remain. Ibbagala Raja Maha Viharaya ( Ibbagala Cave Temple) is such a cave temple which lies in the mid valley area of the Ethagala Rock.
Humbuluwa Raja Maha Viharaya is believed be done by the Queen Anula, daughter of King Aggabodhi. The main image house is built in a large rock cave. Humbuluwa belongs to the Kurunegala District.
Devagiri Raja Maha Vihara in Bingiriya is one of the ancient temples in Sri Lanka. It is situated in Kurunegala District in the North Western Province. The temple is situated on Chilaw –Kurunegala Road 16 miles off Chilaw and 16 miles off Hettipola.
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).
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.
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.
