Temple · Ratnapura
Maha Saman Devalaya
An ancient shrine to the god Saman, guardian of Sri Pada (Adam's Peak), rebuilt in the Kandyan period, with a Buddhist temple in the same compound.
- Best season
- January to March. Ratnapura is one of the wettest towns on the island.
- 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
Donations are welcome.