Buddangala Monastery
About This Place
Buddangala Monastery
An ancient Buddhist meditation center established in the 2nd century BC by Princess Chitra, situated in dense jungle over 200 acres with ruins of temples, caves, ponds, and stupa. The monastery was abandoned for over a millennium and rediscovered in 1964. The site contains relics of Lord Buddha and disciples Sariputta and Moggallana, and features rock inscriptions and stone remains.
Difficulty
🧭 moderate
Best Time
📅 Dry season best (December to April) for safer trekking and wildlife visibility; mornings recommended
Safety Rating
Accessibility & Visitor Info
Located near Ampara in Eastern Sri Lanka; access involves travel on rural roads and jungle paths; guided tours recommended due to wildlife
📖 Legends & Stories
Inscriptions on rocks describe temple construction overseen by Princess Chitra’s accountant, evidence of ancient affluence. The monastery was forgotten for centuries, left to jungle wildlife, until rediscovered and reestablished.
Location
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7.299000, 81.672000
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