Kudalu Dola Ella is rather unknown to the outside other than to the villagers in the immediate vicinity of the falls. The water falls at a angle in a number of steps creating an ideal bathing condition during the dry season when the flow is slow.
The enchanting Rotumba Biso Ella (Bisodola Ella, Bisomala Ella) is 15-20 meters high and is located in the village named Rotumba in the Matara District. Access to this waterfall is about 2 Km from Rotumba.
Weherahena (also spelled Veherahena) is a prominent Buddhist pilgrimage site, especially popular among devotees traveling through southern Sri Lanka. While the temple does not hold ancient historical significance, its unique origin story and architectural marvel make it an intriguing destination. It is also claimed to be the largest and first tunnel temple in the world.
Galgodiyana is an island off Matara lying less than 200 meters off land with ruins of a Stupa and a mystic entrance built with boulders. These structures has been built by a Thai prince who had taken up robes in Sri Lanka in late 19th century.
The unique Rathmale Ambalama is the only two storied ambalama found in the country. The upper floor of the ambalama is said to be used by the priests and the lower floor by the laymen.
Parawahera Ambalama is a brick and mortar wayside rest lying 9 kms from Matara on the Ratmale Road. Ambalama is a way side rest built during the times of kings at various strategic places on popular routes for the weary traveler to rest or sleep the night.
Hidden within the lush Patna Estate in Deniyaya, Patna Sliding Rock offers a thrilling natural water-slide experience as the river glides over smooth, sloping rocks into shallow pools. Once a serene gem, its rising fame now draws crowds eager to enjoy its refreshing, scenic charm.
Watagedara Sri Sudharmarama Purana Pothgul Viharaya is an ancient temple with a two storied Tampita Viharaya built during the Kandyan era. This temple lie 4 km from Godagama exit on the Southern Expressway and 8 km from Matara.
Dampahala Vilayaya Purana Viharaya is an ancient temple with a history of at least 300 years in Matara district with a Tampita Viharaya built during the Kandyan era.
Hakmana Narawelpita Thorawita Purana Tampita Viharaya, also known as Narawelpita Maha Pansala is an ancient temple with a Tampita Viharaya built during the Kandyan era.
Kamburupitiya Ransegoda (Ranchagoda) Purana Viharaya is an ancient temple with a Tampita Viharaya built during the Kandyan era. This temple lie between Makandura and Kamburupitiya, 5 km off Kamburupitiya town, 3.5 km off Makandura and 24 km from Matara.
Matara Hiththatiya Rajamaha Viharaya is an ancient Temple lying very close to the Matara town. The beginning of the temple is unknown, but the Bo Tree at the temple is believed to be over 1000 years old.
Agalakada Dharmarakshitha Purana Viharaya has been built by Agalabada Dharmarakshitha Thero with a Tampita Viharaya during the reign of king Kirthi Sri Rajasinhe (1747 – 1781). This temple lie between Akuressa and Morawaka, 5.5 km off Akuressa town and 21 km off Morawaka.
Lenabatuwa Ambalama is a brick and mortar wayside rest in front of the Lenabatuwa Wewa also known as Wilpita Wewa. The Ambalama is rectangular in shape and three sides other than the front is fully covered.
The Old Nupe Market in Matara is a stunning 18th-century T-shaped edifice featuring massive white stone pillars and elaborate latticework. Blending Dutch and British colonial influences with traditional Kandyan “pethi ulu” tiling, this restored architectural landmark now serves as a vibrant cultural center for exhibitions and local heritage.
An ancient temple which dates back to times of King Devanampiyatissa (250-210 BC). According the Bodhivamsa, the chronicle of the Holy Bodhi Tree, the very first of the Bodhi saplings out of the first thirty two saplings from the Sacred Sri Maha Bodhi was planted on this temple grounds during the time of King Devanampiyatissa.
Veheragalla Samudragiri Viharaya features rare Kandyan-era murals representing the distinctive Matara low-country tradition. These well-preserved paintings depict Jātaka stories against deep red backgrounds, showcasing stylistic freedom through European-influenced costumes and complex floral motifs. This national heritage site offers tourists a unique, vivid glimpse into Sri Lanka’s coastal artistic evolution.
“Bubula” at Wilpita is a natural water spring lying close to the Wilpita Lake. This Bubula lies in the hamlet of Galagawadeniya bordering the Wilpita Oliyagan Forest Reserve on the Kamburupitiya – Akuressa road.
Lenabatuwa Wewa also known as Wilpita Wewa or Hali Ela Wewa lies between Akuressa and Kamburupitiya, and is part of the Oliyagankele Forest Reserve ecosystem.
Lying in Dikwella this blowhole (Hummanaya) explodes once in every 10-15 minutes of water pressure build up giving a stunning spray which can reach as high as 120 meters
