🏷 Pilgrimage Site
🏷 Historical Site
Maligathenna Raja Maha Viharaya
About This Place
Maligathenna Raja Maha Viharaya
Ancient cave temple with shrine rooms, murals, an 18‑ft reclining Buddha; caves spread over forest levels, reached via stone stairways.
Difficulty
🧭 moderate
Best Time
📅 Dry months (November through April) are best
Safety Rating
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Accessibility & Visitor Info
Accessible by road to base, then stone stairways; trails may be steep in parts
📖 Legends & Stories
Converted during King Valagamba’s era; meditation caves became shrines; also associated stories of hiding and santuary during invasions.
Location
📍 Find It Here
7.064930, 80.064700
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