Things to do in Monaragala
Monaragala District has 4 attractions worth your time. Highlights include Buduruwagala Rock Carvings, Dematamal Viharaya, Maligawila Buddha Statue. Here's what to see and do in Monaragala, Sri Lanka.
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.
Dematamal Viharaya
An ancient temple at Okkampitiya with one of Sri Lanka's oldest stupas, linked in legend to the brothers Dutugemunu and Saddhatissa.
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.
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.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the top things to do in Monaragala?
- Popular attractions in Monaragala include Buduruwagala Rock Carvings, Dematamal Viharaya, Maligawila Buddha Statue.
- How many attractions are there in Monaragala?
- We currently list 4 attractions in Monaragala District.