Temple · Anuradhapura
Avukana Buddha statue
A standing Buddha about 12 metres tall, carved from a single granite rock face in the 5th century near the Kala Wewa reservoir.
- Best season
- February to September. The heaviest rain falls from October to December.
- Time to allow
- 45 min (at least 30 min)
- Best time of day
- Morning
- Entry
- Fee charged (to confirm)
- What to wear
- Cover your shoulders and knees, and be ready to take your shoes off.
- Good for
- Easy going, families
A fee is charged for foreign visitors; confirm on the day.
Around Anuradhapura
We have no photo of Avukana Buddha statue itself yet. These show the area.