Pilgrimage travel in Matale
Hill country3 places in Matale District picked for Pilgrimage travellers — part of our Pilgrimage guide to Sri Lanka.
Nalanda Gedige
A small, complete ancient stone temple blending Buddhist and Hindu architecture, near the geographic centre of Sri Lanka.
Matale
Riverston Peak and Gap
UNESCOA windswept viewpoint on the western edge of the Knuckles Range, with sweeping views over montane grasslands and valleys.
Elkaduwa
Sigiriya Rock Fortress (Lion Rock)
UNESCOA 5th-century royal citadel atop a 200-metre granite monolith, famous for its frescoes, mirror wall and lion-paw gateway.
Sigiriya
Frequently asked questions
- Is Matale good for Pilgrimage travel?
- 3 places in Matale District picked for Pilgrimage travellers — part of our Pilgrimage guide to Sri Lanka.