Hidden in the jungles at Ekiriyakumbura ( on Padiyathalawa – Bible road) close to the Ekiriyankumbura Reservoir lies what is believed to be pleasure garden complex of a regional king in ancient past which is now known as Endagala Ruins.
Hidden in the jungles between Bibile and Ekiriyakumbura ( on Padiyathalawa Road) on a mountain slope in Kanawegalla lies what is believed to be palace complex of a regional king in ancient past which is now known as Maligathanna.
Both sides of the Handapanagala Bund consist of rocky plains. On to top of the rocky plain at the end of the bund lies a rock pond called Kanabiso Pokuna. The drip ledge cave near the Kanabiso Pokuna has been listed as a archaeological protected monument by the Department of Archaeology.
Ruins of a unique Ambalama built in a elephant infested forests long time ago. This Ambalama is built on a 8 foot high brick platform to protect the vary travelers from elephant attacks at the night.
Alugallena is an ancient monastery lying on the banks of Hulandawa Oya near Maligawila. A single dwelling built under a ancient rock cave is occupied by a single monk.
Budugallena is an ancient monastery complex lying deep inside the jungle of Rahathungala mountain range near Buttala. This complex has been called Konketiya Viharaya in the past but had been abandoned with people migrating elsewhere.
The Rakkhiththakanda Rajamaha Viharaya is a unique cave monastery in lower Uva, featuring an image house built beneath massive natural rock overhangs. Traditionally linked to King Walagamba, the site contains 2nd-century BCE Brāhmī inscriptions, including one identifying the cave of Thera Buddharakkhita.
Nilgala Forest which is lowland tropical dry mixed evergreen forest lies on the boarders of the Senanayake Samuraya covering area which the Gal Oya River falls in to the reservoir.
Mukkaru is a an ancient race from another country who had migrated to Sri Lanka during the times of the ancient kings. Some believe that they are Arabics and some say they are either from Malabar or Kerala in India.
Maha Kebiliththa Devalaya is small shrine deep inside the block IV of the Yala National Park. The general belief is that that Deity Kataragama spends most of his time at tranquil Kebiliththa in meditation.
Kotasara Piyangala Rajamaha Viharaya is a ancient temple with the history going as far as the king Devanampiyatissa (250-210 BC) of the Anuradhapura Kingdom
The Weheragala Reservoir was built in 2009 by damming the Menik Ganga at Weheragala to store and divert the excess water of Menik Ganga to Lunugamvehera Reservoir to supplement the water collected from Kirindi Oya.
Ritigahawatta Kadala Rajamaha Viharaya lies in Dambagalla, Monaragala and is believed to be built during the Anuradhapura Kingdom. The temple has been protected by an artificial water trench which is a unique feature at this temple.
The history of Bingoda Raja Maha Viharaya starts from the Anuradhapura era. A stone script that can be found inside the cave which is considered as the meditation cell located behind the mountain crypt having the shrine room proves the said.
Buddama is rural village lying off Siyambalanduwa and Wadinagala on Ampara Road. The temple at the at the bottom of Buddamahela is set on a beautiful backdrop this temple complex with a history which can be traced back to the pre christian times.
The Battle of Randeniwela is the fist mass scale defeat of the Portuguese equipped with superior firepower. The total army Portuguese army was wiped out by the Sinhalese Forces expect to few.
Habaraththawa Ella is a small but a beautiful waterfall lying in the Dewathura area on the Namunukula – Ranugalla Road. Dewathura lies about 10km from Ranugalla and 5 km from Namunukula.
Thimbiriya Rajamaha Viharaya temple is believed to been built by King Devanampiyatissa (250-210 BC). This temple was the nerve center of the 1818 Rebellion against British rule. After suppressing the rebellion, the British ruthlessly destroyed this 2000 year old temple including the Malwessa Stupa which was built by the King Dutugemunu. They then arrested all Buddhist monks in the temple and were executed in Jaffna.
Urusita Wewa is believed to be built in the 3rd centrury BC. The tank is well known due to the well preserved Seven Hooded Cobra Carving on the sluice gate.
The Telulla Archaeological Site currently consists of two stupas partially restored by the Department of Archeology and stone pillars belonging to 2 ancient buildings. Surrounding area is strewn with a large quantity of brick bats and fragments of tiles.
