Temple · Tissamaharama and Yala
Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara
An ancient Buddhist temple in Tissamaharama, one of the four major monasteries founded after Mahinda Thera arrived in Sri Lanka.
- Best season
- February to July. Yala usually closes for part of September and early October.
- Time to allow
- 40 min (at least 25 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 Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara itself yet. These show the area.