Why choose this Kandy tour ?
Experience two of Sri Lanka’s UNESCO-recorded treasures on this visit from Kandy — Sigiriya Rock and Dambulla’s specialty filled cave-sanctuaries. Leave transport worries behind as you’re picked up from your hotel by private air-conditioned vehicle and travel to the two sights thus. At Sigiriya, enjoy time to move to the rocktop and examine the wall artistic creations en route, and at Dambulla, investigate the amazing caverns loaded with Buddha statues and pictures.
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What makes Private Full Day Tour Sigiriya and Dambulla From Kandy a unique experience ?
Arthur’s seat Kandy is a nice view point of Kandy city especially the Lake. It is situated at Rajapihilla Mawatha 550m above sea level. It provides a panoramic view across Kandy Lake, Sri Dalada Maligawa, the Royal Palace of Kandy and the city center.
Hindus say Sri Muthumariamman Temple to this famous Matale Hindu Temple. And also they believe Muthumariamman is the goddess for the rain. In the Tamil language, they say “Muthu” to pearls, “Mari” to rain, and “Amman” to the goddess. Furthermore, Hindu people worship this goddess for prosperity. Hinduism came to Sri Lanka from India. Most of the time they located on the lands of English cultivators. English cultivators brought the Tamils from India to cultivate their lands.
Matale Hindu Temple was built in 1874. Previously the land was a paddy field. After that, the owner donated this land to build the temple in 1852. In 1983 an ethnic conflict in the area severely damaged the temple.
It is a UNESCO world heritage site.
it is the caves and the statues and the 2100 sqm of murals inside the caves that are most significant and magnificent.
A sacred pilgrimage site for 22 centuries, this cave monastery, with its five sanctuaries, is the largest, best-preserved cave-temple complex in Sri Lanka.
Sigiriya is undoubtedly a site of historical and cultural significance with its breathtaking views and ancient ruins. Enjoy time to climb to the rocktop and inspect the wall paintings along the way.
History of the rock temple is closely related to Sigiriya Rock Fortress. History says that monks have been living in the caves of Pidurangala 2500 years back. The proof for that is a temple and a 12.5 m long reclining Buddha statue built in a cave. It’s said to be the largest brick statue in the world.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Private Full Day Tour Sigiriya and Dambulla From Kandy
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Private Full Day Tour Sigiriya and Dambulla From Kandy Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Water
- English speaking chauffeur guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Kandy
- Transportation in a private air-conditioned vehicle
Not Included
- Entrance tickets of all optional fees
- Entry/Admission – Sri Muthumariamman Temple – USD 2
- Entry/Admission – Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress – USD 30
- Entry/Admission – Golden Temple of Dambulla – USD 8
- Entry/Admission – pidurangala Rock – USD 3
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Experto Escapes.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Asia/Colombo.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 17 valid reviews on TRIPADVISOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 3 Travelers is accepted for booking.
