Things to do in Monaragala
Discover the best things to do in Monaragala, Sri Lanka — 4 attractions worth your time across Monaragala District.
Buduruwagala Rock Carvings
Seven colossal figures carved into a rock face around a 15 m standing Buddha, the tallest such rock-cut Buddha in Sri Lanka and a rare Mahayana site.
Wellawaya
Dematamal Viharaya
An ancient temple at Okkampitiya with one of Sri Lanka's oldest stupas, linked in legend to the brothers Dutugemunu and Saddhatissa.
Buttala
Maligawila Buddha Statue
A free-standing 7th-century limestone Buddha over 11 m tall, the tallest ancient free-standing Buddha statue in Sri Lanka, set in forested grounds.
Buttala
Yudaganawa Stupa (Vihara)
A vast, squat ancient stupa near Buttala with a base circumference of over 300 m, one of the largest dagobas in southern Sri Lanka.
Buttala
Frequently asked questions
- What are the top things to do in Monaragala?
- Popular attractions across Monaragala District are listed below.
- How many attractions are there in Monaragala?
- We currently list 4 attractions in Monaragala District.