
Our airport representative will meet you at the arrival terminal to welcome you to the tour. (We provide you with a knowledgeable, friendly, multilingual guide and transportation in excellent condition, luxurious and comfortable air-conditioned vehicles.) You will see the Dambulla Gold Temple, also called the Rangiri Dambullu Cave Temple, on your route to the luxury resort. This is our final destination. The largest and best-preserved cave temple in Sri Lanka is this five-tunnel structure. A section of 2100 m2 has murals painted on the walls. The temple contains 157 sculptures. The temple's 150-meter-tall ceiling is made of enormous granite, which is what makes it a natural wonder. Built following considerable restoration work, the pagoda and enormous golden statue stand at a height of 15 metres. This temple is also included as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After touring the temple, we will travel to your luxury hotel in Sri Lanka for supper and the night.
We are scheduled to travel to Anuradhapura on the second day. We'll start by going to Mihintale, a city well-known for its military past, monarchy, and variety of religions. Anuradhapura is 12 km away from Mihintale. The eleventh-century Buddhist monk Mihintale is known by his Sinhala moniker, Mahinda's Hill. This city holds the distinction of being the oldest wildlife sanctuary globally, having been designated as such for almost 2,200 years. Because of the meeting between King Devanampiyatissa and the Buddhist monk Mahinda, which officially established Buddhism in Sri Lanka, this monument is highly revered by the people of Sri Lanka. Next, we will travel to the Atamasthana, which is also referred to as the "Eight Sacred Places" and was visited by the Buddha on three of his trips around Sri Lanka. Jaya Sri Maha Bodhiya: Emperor Asoka of India sent his daughter Theri Sangha Mitta to Sri Lanka following the introduction of Buddhism by Mahinda Thero in 250 BC. The branch of the Sacred Bodhi was taken from the main stem of the Bodhi tree at Bodh Gaya, under which Buddha attained enlightenment. In 249 BC, King Tissa took the sapling and planted it in its current location. Ruwanweli Maha Seya: Ruwanweli Maha Seya was built by King Dutugemunu, who ruled Anuradhapura from 137 BC to 119 BC. Ruwanweliseya Viharaya is the Buddhist holy place in Anuradhapura, second only to Sri Maha Bodhi. Although not the oldest or largest of the stupas built in Anuradhapura, Buddhists hold the Ruwanweli Maha Saya in high esteem above any other major stupa. It houses the largest collection of Gautama Buddha artefacts ever stored in Dageba on the island. Thuparamaya: Since Buddhism initially gained traction in Sri Lanka, this is the country's first stupa. This complex comprised an aramic edifice (monastery) and a stupa, and it was built during the reign of King Devanampiyatissa (250 BC–210 BC). The ruins of the complex still cover more than 3 1/2 acres. Thero, the person who introduced Buddhism to the island, gave the order to construct the stupa that would house Lord Buddha's right collarbone. Lovamahapaya: This lies between Sri Maha Bodhiya and Ruwanweli Seya. Due to its bronze-tiled roof, it is also known as the Brazen Palace, or Lohaprasadaya. More than 2,000 years ago, King Dutugamunu built it first. Over time, it underwent numerous restorations, each in a less opulent form. There are now just 1600 columns standing from this amazing palace that, based on archaeological findings, had nine stories and could accommodate up to 1000 monks and attendants. Abhayagiri dageba: built during the time of King Wattagamini Abhaya, also called King Valagamba. It is both one of the largest archaeological sites in the world and a holy city for Buddhist pilgrims. It was formerly a significant monastic city and a royal capital, with magnificent monasteries rising to many stories and roofs made of gilded metal or burnt clay tiles with vibrant glazes. Jetavanaramaya: The Jetavanaramaya stupa is located among the Jetavana Monastery ruins in the well-known Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka, which is recognised as a World Heritage Site. After Mahavihara collapsed, King Mahasena (273–301 AD) began building on the stupa, which his son Meghavanna completed. The relic kept here is supposed to be a piece of belt or sash that the Buddha fastened himself to. Mirisaveti Stupa: Following his triumph over King Elara, King Dutugamunu constructed the Mirisaveti Stupa. He deposited the Buddha relics inside the sceptre, left it there, and proceeded to Tisawewa for a bath. He returned to the spot where the sceptre was left behind after taking a bath, but it is reported that it stayed still. A stupa now stands where the sceptre formerly stood. He reportedly remembered having a hot dinner without giving any to the sangha. As payback, he built the Mirisavetiya Dagaba. Lankarama: King Valagamba built the stupa known as Lankarama on the ancient site of Galhebakada in the former Anuradhapura kingdom of Sri Lanka. It is unknown what the stupa looked like before it was restored. The fragments show rows of stone pillars, indicating that a building was built to cover and encircle the stupa (vatadage). Over a long period of time, the holy city of Anuradhapura significantly influenced the development of the country's architectural style. In 1982, the city was included on the UNESCO World Heritage List. After you exit the Atamasthana, a driver will transport you to your luxury hotel in Sigiriya.
On the third day of your adventure, you will arrive at the ancient city of Polonnaruwa. Polonnaruwa is the second-oldest kingdom in Sri Lanka. After the destruction of Anuradhapura in 993, Polonnaruwa functioned as the second capital of Sri Lanka. It also includes the 12th-century garden city of Parakramabahu and Brahmin monuments built by the Cholas. Temples, shrines, palaces, and ruins are just a few of the ancient gems that abound in this metropolis. Learn about the royal family of King Parakramabahu I (11153–1186). The once-large fifty-room building still has strong walls. Lion statues guard the walls of the king's audience, as do elaborately carved stone elephants. The king's swimming pool has huge statues of crocodiles with mouths spouting fresh water. Polonnaruwa Temple No. 2 is said to be the second-oldest Shiva temple. After a tour of Old Polonnaruwa, our representative will take you directly to Minneriya National Park. Many visitors are attracted to seeing Sri Lankan elephants in this wildlife sanctuary. Around 150–300 wild elephants can be seen congregating near Minneriya Lake during the dry season. The 888.4-hectare Minneriya National Park is home to sloth bears, buffaloes, native monkeys, and several wild animals, such as Sri Lankan leopards and sambar deer. Then we spend the night at your comfortable accommodation in Sigiriya.
On the fourth day, you will get the opportunity to go rock climbing before travelling to Kandy, which is well-known for its rock stronghold, Sigiriya. Sigiriya, commonly referred to as the "lion rock," was King Kashyapa's castle and the centre of governance. It stands 180 metres high on the rock. According to the mythology of Sigiriya, halfway up a cliff, King Kashyapa built a doorway shaped like a huge lion. Because of its shape, it was referred to as the "lion rock" (Sigiriya). The king's death resulted in the castle being abandoned. By the fourteenth century, it was still in operation as a Buddhist monastery. The ruins of the fortress can still be seen today, and it has been recognised as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Our next trip will be to the spice garden, a mystical place filled with scents and vegetation. Also, you will have the opportunity to discover the numerous applications of spices in both cuisine and medicine. We're going to the Nalanda Gedige Temple next. The ancient stone temple known as Nalanda Gedige, located in Matale, Sri Lanka, is thought to be the geographic centre of the country. Built in the eighth and tenth centuries employing Pallava-style Dravidian architecture, the structure is reported to have been used by Buddhists. An inscription in the Sinhala language, found on a pillar at the site, claims that it contains a set of rules made especially for the temple and dates from the ninth or tenth century A.D. Furthermore, according to some scholars, this edifice is dedicated to a Mahayana cult with high Tantric learning, possesses Dravidian traits, and might have connections to Vajrayana (Tantric) Buddhism. Our next destination is the Matale Muthumariamman Temple. The name Muthumariamman is formed by combining the words Muthu, which means pearl, Mari, which means rain, and Amman, which means mother. Mariamman, the Hindu goddess of fertility and rain, is worshipped there. The temple is a pleasure to visit. Many people come to the temple for marriages and religious ceremonies. The chariot festival, a joyous occasion, serves as the temple's principal religious celebration in March. We'll go directly to Kandy after that, so you may have dinner and spend the night there.
We'll drive you to a few neighbouring destinations on day five, your last day of travel, before heading to the airport. After breakfast, we'll come get you at the hotel in our Vehicle. The Temple of the Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa), one of Sri Lanka's most well-liked tourist destinations, is one of the locations we will go. It is a highly important and hallowed place for all Buddhists over the world. The left canine tooth of the Buddha is honoured in this temple. In 1988, UNESCO designated it as a worldwide cultural property. Next, we're heading to Udunuwara's Medapalata Korale, home of the Embekka Devalaya. During the Gampola Period (AD 1357–1344), King Vikramabahu III of Sri Lanka constructed the Embekka Devalaya. The Kataragama Deviyo is the focal point of the Devalaya. In addition, this place is dedicated to the local deity, Devatha Bandara. The shrine is divided into three sections: the "Digge," or "Dancing Hall," the "Sanctum of Garagha," and the "Hevisi Mandapaya," or "Drummers' Hall." Visitors have been attracted in by the Drummers' Hall's steeply pitched roof and beautiful woodcarvings on the elaborate pillars. Then, we're going to Udunuwara, Kandy, Sri Lanka, to visit the Buddhist temple known as Lankatilaka Viharaya. It is situated on the Daulagala road, a short distance from the Buddhist temple Gadaladeniya Vihara and about 4 km (2.5 mi) from the Pilimatalawa intersection. It is regarded as the most exquisite building designed by the Gampola brothers. The temple has been around since the fourteenth century. This temple was supposedly built by King Bhuvanekabahu IV, who ruled from 1341 to 1351 A.D., according to historical chronicles. The base of the vihara buildings is the naturally occurring rock known as Panhalgala Rock. Among the buildings, the picture house is one with particularly striking architectural features that are embellished with traditional Sinhalese sculptures. Next, we'll head to Pilimathalawa, Kandy, Sri Lanka, home of the ancient Gadaladenyia Vihara Buddhist shrine. It is also referred to as Saddharmatilaka Vihara or Dharma Kirthi Viharaya. According to an inscription carved into the walls by King Buwanekabaghu the Fourth, the temple was constructed around 1344 AD. The South Indian architect Ganesvarachchari constructed the temple in a style that was a close approximation to South Indian architecture. Afterward, we will be heading straight to the airport, concluding your trip with JUMP ON TRAVELS.