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Mulkirigala Raja Maha Vihara

Historic rock temple complex built into a steep outcrop, with cave shrines, Buddhist murals, statues and elevated views across southern Sri Lanka.

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Best seasonDecember–April; morning or late afternoon
DifficultyModerate
AccessRoad access; substantial stair climb through multiple temple levels

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Historic rock temple complex built into a steep outcrop, with cave shrines, Buddhist murals, statues and elevated views across southern Sri Lanka.

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