Sight · Ratnapura
Fa Hien Cave (Pahiyangala)
A large cave in the Bulathsinhala area of Kalutara district, where excavations found Late Pleistocene human remains and signs of occupation from about 33,000 years ago. Its name comes from a local legend about the monk Faxian, which has no archaeological or historical support.
- Best season
- January to March. Ratnapura is one of the wettest towns on the island.
- 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
- Some walking, families, wet days
Access arrangements and any fee vary. Confirm locally.
Around Ratnapura
We have no photo of Fa Hien Cave (Pahiyangala) itself yet. These show the area.