🏷 Historical Site
🏷 Mountain / Hiking Trail
Pallan Hela Mountain
About This Place
Pallan Hela Mountain
A 1065 ft tall archaeological and scenic mountain in the Gal Oya basin, believed to be an ancient fortress of King Saddatissa or a forest monastery. The site includes drip-ledged caves, ruined stupas, and ponds carved into rock. Offers panoramic views reaching the Eastern coastline.
Difficulty
🧭 moderate
Best Time
📅 Morning or Evening
Safety Rating
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Accessibility & Visitor Info
Access through Wickramasheelaramaya Temple, permission required. Steep steps carved in stone.
📖 Legends & Stories
Believed to be the fortress of King Saddatissa, brother of King Dutugemunu, and a forest hermitage.
Location
📍 Find It Here
7.214500, 81.545200
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