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The stupa of Mahiyangana Raja Maha Vihara against the sky

Activity · Mahiyangana

Dambana (Vedda village)

A village known as the refuge of the indigenous Vedda people and their language, with community eco-tourism projects. Visit with local guides and ask before taking photographs.

Best season
February to September. Rain from October to January.
Time to allow
2 hr (at least 1 hr)
Best time of day
Morning
Entry
Fee charged (estimate)
What to wear
Everyday clothes. Sun hat and sunscreen help.
Good for
Easy going, families, wet days

Community programmes set their own prices. Agree the cost before you go.

Around Mahiyangana

A building in the Mahiyangana Raja Maha Vihara compound
A building in the Mahiyangana Raja Maha Vihara compound
A grassy hill in Maduru Oya National Park
A grassy hill in Maduru Oya National Park
The Maduru Oya reservoir at dusk
The Maduru Oya reservoir at dusk

We have no photo of Dambana (Vedda village) itself yet. These show the area.

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