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Dambulla

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On a trip to Dambulla, visit the largest and best-preserved cave temple complexes in the country, declared a World Heritage Site. Sightseeing in Dambulla almost exclusively centers around this icon of Sri Lanka, full of statues of Buddha and Sri Lankan kings. The town itself is crammed with traffic and features one of the biggest wholesale markets in the country. Lovers of water activities can visit the nearby reservoir, a popular outing spot year-round with hot-air ballooning and a spa. A few restaurants in town serve up a variety of spicy dishes. Dambulla is in Central Province. Plan your tour of Dambulla and Sri Lanka travel itinerary using our Sri Lanka trip builder .
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Popular things to do in Dambulla

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Golden Temple of Dambulla
4.3
Duration: 2​h
Balloon Rides
4.8
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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Popham's Arboretum
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Duration: 2​h 30​min
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Dambulla Dedicated Economic Centre
4.4
Duration: 1​h 30​min

Side trips from Dambulla

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Sigiriya
Sigiriya
4.5
Duration: 3​h 30​min
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Minneriya National Park
North Central Province
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Duration: 8​h
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Pidurangala Rock
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Duration: 2​h
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Polonnaruwa
Polonnaruwa
4.4
Duration: 3​h

Hidden gems in Dambulla

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Ederagala Wana Senasuna
4.3
Duration: 1​h 30​min
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Ibbankatuwa Megalithic Tombs
4.1
Duration: 30​min
Jathika Namal Uyana
3.4
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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Rangiri Dambullu Maha Viharaya
3.4
Duration: 4​h

Museums in Dambulla

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Painting Conservation & Research Center, Painting Museum
2.2
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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