Ancient Buddhist archaeological site on the Jaffna Peninsula, distinguished by a compact field of small stupas and northern Sri Lanka's early Buddhist heritage.Read More
Seventeenth-century colonial fort beside Batticaloa Lagoon, reflecting Portuguese and Dutch periods and forming a compact heritage stop in the eastern city.Read More
Historic rock temple complex built into a steep outcrop, with cave shrines, Buddhist murals, statues and elevated views across southern Sri Lanka.Read More
Sacred Hindu pilgrimage temple on Sri Lanka’s south-eastern coast, closely associated with the annual Pada Yatra route to Kataragama.Read More
Medieval rock citadel and former royal capital known for its monumental ornamental stairway, archaeological remains and elevated views over the surrounding plains.Read More
Historic coastal Buddhist site on the Jaffna Peninsula associated with the arrival of Sangamitta Theri and the sacred Bodhi sapling to Sri Lanka.Read More
Forest-clad ancient monastic complex at Ritigala, with stone pathways, bridges, ponds and austere ruins set within a protected mountain landscape.Read More
Ancient rock citadel and palace complex rising above the central plains, known for its frescoes, water gardens and summit ruins.Read More
Historic coastal fortification occupying the promontory at Trincomalee and forming the approach to Swami Rock and Koneswaram Temple.Read More