Temple · Dambulla
Dambulla cave temple
Five painted caves under one rock overhang, with Buddha statues and ceiling murals spanning many centuries. A UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Best season
- February to September. Some rain from October to January.
- Time to allow
- 1 hr 30 min (at least 1 hr)
- Best time of day
- Afternoon. Open 07:00 to 19:00.
- Entry
- LKR 2,000 to LKR 3,300 (to confirm)
- What to wear
- Cover your shoulders and knees, and be ready to take your shoes off.
- Good for
- Some walking, families, wet days
Reported between LKR 2,000 and 3,300 for foreign adults; tickets are sold at the office at the foot of the hill, which closes around 17:00.
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