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The carved stone staircase and gateway at Yapahuwa, climbing towards a granite rock

Landmark · Kurunegala

Dambadeniya

The ruins of a capital of Sri Lanka in the mid 13th century, on the Kurunegala to Negombo road.

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Best season
February to September. The inter-monsoon rains from October to November are heaviest.
Time to allow
1 hr (at least 40 min)
Best time of day
Morning
Entry
Fee charged (to confirm)
What to wear
Everyday clothes. Sun hat and sunscreen help.
Good for
Easy going, families, wet days

A ticket may be charged. Confirm at the site.

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A stone lion guarding the stairs at Yapahuwa
A stone lion guarding the stairs at Yapahuwa
The lower flight of steps at Yapahuwa below the great rock
The lower flight of steps at Yapahuwa below the great rock
Ethagala, the Elephant Rock above Kurunegala, seen across a lake
Ethagala, the Elephant Rock above Kurunegala, seen across a lake

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