Sri Lanka route guide · North Central Province to Southern Province
Unawatuna, known for a sheltered swimming beach near Galle, is 6 to 7 hours from Anuradhapura by car. Many travellers break the drive in Dambulla.
This is a long day in the car. Leave early and take breaks every two hours or so.
1Dambulla
The Golden Temple of Dambulla is a sacred and impressive cave temple complex set on a rocky hill.
2Dambulla
Explore five magnificent cave temples filled with ancient Buddhist art!
3Hikkaduwa
The Turtle Hatchery in Hikkaduwa is a wonderful place to learn about sea turtle conservation.
4Hikkaduwa
Learn about the devastating 2004 tsunami through powerful personal stories and photographs at this moving…
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About 300 km by road.
6 to 7 hours by private car, depending on traffic and stops.
It is possible but tiring, with 12 to 14 hours of driving in total. Staying at least one night is better.
Dambulla is the most natural place to break the journey, about 1.5 to 2 hours from Anuradhapura.
