Temple · Tissamaharama and Yala
Maligawila Buddha statue
A village 15 km south of Monaragala with a free-standing limestone Buddha about 11 metres tall, among several important archaeological remains.
- Best season
- February to July. Yala usually closes for part of September and early October.
- 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
Free to enter; donations are welcome.
Around Tissamaharama
We have no photo of Maligawila Buddha statue itself yet. These show the area.