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Badulla Kataragama Devalaya

An ancient temple, Badulla Kataragama Devalaya is located in Badulla, Sri Lanka. Dedicated to Kataragama Deviyo - a Sinhalese god, the temple still remains as one of the most-visited places in Badulla. The locally favourite part of this temple includes the shrine room, which is the worshipper's area, otherwise known as the Pilimageya. The temple also boasts a stunning architecture of carved columns in timber and paintings from the Kandyan era. Crediting to the history and popularity of the temple, Badulla Kataragama Devalaya is a government-protected archaeological site. Read More

Renowned as the oldest bridge in Sri Lanka, Bogoda Ancient Wooden Bridge in Badulla district was built during the Dambadeniya era between 1220 - 1345 A.D. Renowned as the oldest bridge in Sri Lanka, Bogoda Ancient Wooden Bridge in Badulla district was built during the Dambadeniya era between 1220 - 1345 A.D. Situated towards the west of Badulla, the bridge was constructed using only wood, including wooden nails. The roof of the bridge has been inspired by the Kingdom of Kandy. The wooden fence on either side of the bridge features several ancient decorations. The wood used to build the bridge is mainly deduced from jackfruit trees and kumbuk trees. Bogoda Ancient Wooden Bridge was constructed above the Gallanda Oya, which connects two places - Kandy and Badulla through an ancient pathway. Read More

Also known as Nariya Kanda, Fox Hill is a central highland space, near Badulla. At an impeccable altitude of 1,500 meters, visitors revel at the raw beauty of nature and the adventure, the place offers. The Fox Hill Motor Cross, a reputable motor racing event is organized under the backing of the Sri Lanka Military Academy annually. The event welcomes visitors from all across the world. The major attractions here include the art forms on the hills, which are loved by both the locals and tourists. Read More

Situated in the center of Badulla town of Uva Province, Sri Lanka, Muthiyangana Temple is one of the most visited ancient Buddhist temples in the country. Considered as one of the places visited by Gautama Buddha (Solosmasthanas), this temple attracts interested visitors to learn and understand about Buddhism. Renowned as the national landmark and established in the 4th-century, Muthiyangana Temple features a 65-foot high Stupa that contains hair and few drops of sweat, turned into pearls from Lord Buddha himself. Read More

A historic colonial building, the Old Welekade Market in Badulla, Sri Lanka, has been recognized as the commercial trade centre established by the British in 1889. This location is renowned as the Dutch Market since it features Dutch-styled architecture. The historical and architectural importance of the place makes the site an archaeologically protected site by the Department of Archeology.

St. Mark's Church

Bishop James Chapman consecrated St. Mark's Church, an Angelic church in Badulla, Sri Lanka in 1857. History buffs from all across the globe visit the church to explore the plaque located inside, which honours Major Rogers, the elephant hunter, who died after being struck by lightning. His actual gravestone situated in Nuwara Eliya is half-cracked, possibly due to another lightning strike. In 2008, the bell tower and the church of St. Mark's Church were recognized as a "protected monument" by the Department of Archaeology. Read More

Situated near Badulla towards Passara road, Sri Lanka, Wewessa Ella Waterfall flows mainly during the monsoons. With a height of 22 meters, this waterfall originates at Bathulu Oya. Due to illegal logging and colonization, Wewessa Ella Waterfall is quickly drying up. To prevent this unfortunate event, forest officials and the government are taking top measures to protect the waterfalls. This location acts as a beautiful spot to stop by while travelling between Passara and Badulla. Read More