240 Historical Places in Sri Lanka
Discover historical places across the island, from famous highlights to spots only locals know. Every place links to a full profile with a map, directions and nearby attractions.
Historical PlacesRidikanda Rajamaha Viharaya
Trincomalee
Ridikanda Rajamaha Viharaya is a historical site in Trincomalee.
Historical PlacesRitigala Strict Natural Reserve
Kekirawa
Ritigala Strict Natural Reserve is a historical site in Kekirawa.
Historical PlacesRoad Museum Complex - Kiribathkumbura
Pilimatalawa
Road Museum Complex - Kiribathkumbura is a historical site in Pilimatalawa.
Historical PlacesRoyal Botanic Gardens
Peradeniya
Royal Botanic Gardens is a historical site in Peradeniya.
Historical PlacesRoyal Palace of King Maha Parakramabahu
Polonnaruwa
Royal Palace of King Maha Parakramabahu is a historical site in Polonnaruwa.
Historical PlacesRoyal Palace of King Vijayabahu the 1st
Anuradhapura
Royal Palace of King Vijayabahu the 1st is a historical site in Anuradhapura.
Historical PlacesRuhunu Maha Kataragama Dewalaya
Kataragama
Ruhunu Maha Kataragama Dewalaya is a historical site in Kataragama.
Historical PlacesRuwanweli Maha Seya
Anuradhapura
Ruwanweli Maha Seya is a historical site in Anuradhapura.
Historical PlacesSamadhi Buddha Statue
Anuradhapura
Samadhi Buddha Statue is a historical site in Anuradhapura.
Historical PlacesSankapala Raja Maha Viharaya
Pelmadulla
Sankapala Raja Maha Viharaya is a historical site in Pelmadulla.
Historical PlacesSapumalgaskada Buddhist Monastery
Vavuniya
Sapumalgaskada Buddhist Monastery is a historical site in Vavuniya.
Historical PlacesSapumalthanna Aranya Senasanaya
Mullativu
Sapumalthanna Aranya Senasanaya is a historical site in Mullativu.
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