UNESCO Heritage Cultural Sites

Kandy

Kandy is the heart of Sri Lanka's culture. It is situated in a scenic location, surrounded by hills and a lake. The city is also famous for housing the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, a sacred site. Kandy represents the island's living heritage.

Anuradhapura

Anuradhapura is a city in Sri Lanka where one can glimpse a second civilisation. Once it flourished as a capital city. Today, it has vast stupas, sacred trees, and old reservoirs, and it is a thriving Buddhist pilgrimage site.

Polonnaruwa

Polonnaruwa is a place that showcases the architectural excellence of a medieval kingdom. It features temples, statues, and the remains of the king, all constructed from stone and set within open spaces. It is a place that enables the slow exploration of history.

Dambulla

Dambulla is also famous for its cave temple complex, carved into a large rock formation. Inside this cave temple complex, several centuries-old artistic and pictorial depictions of Lord Buddha adorn the cave walls. This temple remains among Sri Lanka's notable religious attractions.

Sigiriya

Altitude and Geography: It dominates the plains with the dramatic rise of the ancient rock fortress of Sigiriya. There are beautiful frescoes along the way to the top, offering panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. It stands today as a testament to man's ingenuity and ambition.