Buduruwagala Rock Temple in Sri Lanka

Buduruwagala

Little Visited by Foreign Tourist, Buduruwagala Boasts Seven Colossal rock-cut figures that are said to date from 10th Century. Carved in Low Relief, the impressive sculptures belong Mahayana School of Buddhism Sri Lanka, Which Enjoyed Royal Patronage between the 03rd & 10th Century AD.

In the Centre is a 16 M (52ft) high standing Buddha in the “abhaya mudra” Flanked on Either Side by a group of three sculptures. The Central of the Three Figures to the Buddha’s right is thought to Represent Avalokitesvara, the Bodhisathva of compassion in Mahayana Buddhism. He can be identified by the Image of Meditating Buddha on the crown he wears. The figure still bears orange paint around the head and white stucco on the Body; all the other sculptures may originally have been decorated in a similar fashion. The female figures to the right thought to be the Mahayana hoddess,Tara

Among the Group of Figures to the left of the Buddha, the one in center is believed to be Maitreya, the Fifth and Future Buddha. Sculpture to his left depicts the Tibetan Bodhisattva Vajirapani symbol, while the figure to right is thought to be Vishnu.

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Esala Perahera in Sri Lanka

Esala Perahera in Sri Lanka

This 10 day Festival, Celebrated in Honor of the Tooth Relic Attracts thousands of Pilgrims and Tourist to Kandy Sri Lanka. The Perahara Took shape in the 18^th Century during the reign of king kirti Sri Rajasinghe in Kandy Sri lanka,When Buddhist monks visiting from Thailand expressed their disapproval at the Hindu nature of the Festival, with Parades in reverence of Natha,Pattini,Vishnu ,and Kataragama from the Four devales in the city. The Sri Lankan King, Therefore, ordered that the Tooth Relic be Carried at the head of the Four Processions, hence incorporating the Temple of the Tooth parade into that of the Devales. Esala Perahara begins with the Kap tree Planting Ceremony. Followed by the Kumbal Perahara that marks the First five days of the festival. The Last Five Days Known as Randoli Perahara, are festivities become more as well as splendidly decorated elephants. The water -cutting ceremony, the concluding ritual of the festival, takes place before dawn on the Last day of the Perahara.

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Knuckles Mountain Range - in Sri Lanka

Knuckles Mountain Range

Also Known as Dambara Hills, the knuckles Range was so named by British for its resemblance to the knuckles of a clenched fist. The range consists of five main peaks and several smaller ones, the highest of which is over 1,800 m (6000 ft) in Sri Lanka.

A USECO world heritage Conservation Area and a bio-diversity hotspot, the mountain range supports a wide range of flora & fauna. Sri Lanka the vegetation varies from dry evergreen forest to wet grass land. These ecosystems support numerous animal species, such as deer, wild boar, langurs, and even slender Loris’s well as a rich Variety of birds of Sri Lanka.

The knuckles Range is also a popular trekking destination. It is possible to wander unaccompanied, but for longer walks it is advisable to hire a guide. The walk begins through the lowlands, which are dotted with small villages, before winding through montane forest and past waterfalls. There are excellent vistas from the many viewpoints or from any of the peaks.

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Horton Plains National Park and World’s End in Sri Lanka

Horton Plains National Park and World’s End

Set in the Central highlands of Sri Lanka, Horton Plains is unlike any other place in Sri Lanka and is often compared to the Scottish highlands, for its windswept landscape and cool, Wet Climate. It is named after Sir Robert Wilmot-Horton, the British governor of Ceylon From 1831 – 1837. Formerly a wildlife sanctuary ,the area was declared a national park in 1988.At an elevation of over 2000 m(6,562 ft),the park is situated in the highest plateau in Sri Lanka,with it ‘terrain characterized by undulating grasslands interspersed with dense clouds forests, rocky outcrop and waterfalls. Home to a wide verity of wild life, Horton plains also boasts a large number of bird spies. However, the key attraction in the park is World’s End, a sheer precipice affording panoramic view across the Southern part of the Sri Lanka

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Water Sports in Bentota

Water Sports in Bentota in Sri Lanka

The Calm waters of the Broad Bentota Ganga Lagoon are perfect for a gamut of thrilling activities year-round, making Bentota the de facto water sports capital of sri lanka.

The area Popular among visitors, who come to enjoy windsurfing, kitesurfing, waterskiing and banan-boats rides on the Bentota River in Sri Lanka.

In addition, angling enthusiasts can spend a rewarding day abroad fishing boat as a verity of game fish including marlin, barracuda and tuna thrive in the waters. Diving & Snorkeling are also popular activities along the coat and can be enjoyed from November through to April before the monsoon arrives to Sri Lanka South Coast.

Canoe Rock is among the most notable dive sites in Bentota, accessible to drivers of all levels. With Extensive colonies of beautiful coral and schools of brightly coloured fish, this is a very large site that the requires several dives to be explored fully with Absolute Lanka Tours.

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With picturesque scenery and a temperate climate, the Hill Country of Sri Lanka offers excellent opportunities for Trekking and Hiking with Absolute Lanka Tours. In Nuwara Eliya, it is possible to go for short treks to Single Tree Hill or for a day-long hike to the village of Shantipura. Knuckles Range is also popular among hikers for its diverse terrain of grasslands, mountain peaks and streams. In addition, the town of Ella makes a superb base for scenic walks. Trekking and Hiking Horton Plains National Park, with trails looping through forests and past waterfalls, is a paradise for hikers. There is plenty of good hiking in the ridges and valleys of Sinharaja Forest Reserve as well visitors can hire knowledgeable guides at the Sinharaja Rest. Those seeking a more challenging hike can attempt Adam’s Peak.

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Sigiriya is an ancient palace located in the central Matale District near the town of Dambulla in the Central Province, Sri Lanka. The name refers to a site of historical and archaeological significance that is dominated by a massive column of rock nearly 200 metres (660 ft) high. According to the ancient Sri Lankan chronicle the Culavamsa, this site was selected by King Kasyapa (477 – 495 CE) for his new capital. He built his palace on the top of this rock and decorated its sides with colourful frescoes. On a small plateau about halfway up the side of this rock he built a gateway in the form of an enormous lion. The name of this place is derived from this structure – Sihagiri, the Lion Rock. The capital and the royal palace was abandoned after the king’s death. It was used as a Buddhist monastery until the 14th century.

Sigiriya today is a UNESCO listed World Heritage Site. It is one of the best preserved examples of ancient urban planning. It is the most visited historic site in Sri Lanka.

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Rising from the central plains, the iconic rocky outcrop of Sigiriya is perhaps Sri Lanka's single most dramatic sight. Near-vertical walls soar to a flat-topped summit that contains the ruins of an ancient civilization, thought to be once the epicentre of the short-lived kingdom of Kassapa, and there are spellbinding vistas across mist-wrapped forests in the early morning.

Sigiriya refuses to reveal its secrets easily, and you'll have to climb a series of vertiginous staircases attached to sheer walls to reach the top. On the way you'll pass a series of quite remarkable frescoes and a pair of colossal lion's paws carved into the bedrock. The surrounding landscape – lily-pad-covered moats, water gardens and quiet shrines – and the excellent site museum, only add to Sigiriya's rock- with Absolute Lanka Tours...