Temple · Mahiyangana
Mahiyangana Raja Maha Vihara
An ancient Buddhist temple believed to mark the Buddha's first visit to Sri Lanka, and one of the sixteen sacred places (Solosmasthana).
- Best season
- February to September. Rain from October to January.
- Time to allow
- 45 min (at least 30 min)
- Best time of day
- Morning
- Entry
- Free entry
- What to wear
- Cover your shoulders and knees, and be ready to take your shoes off.
- Good for
- Easy going, families, wet days
Free to enter; donations are welcome.