Sri Lanka route guide · Central Province to Cultural Triangle
Minneriya National Park, known for the great elephant gathering, is 3.5 to 4.5 hours from Kandy by car.
The first part of the drive descends from the hills around Kandy on winding roads before the land flattens out.
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!
3Sigiriya
Sigiriya, also known as Lion’s Rock, is a breathtaking ancient fortress perched atop a massive rock.
4Sigiriya
Prepare for your Sigiriya Rock climb by exploring this fascinating museum!
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About 115 km by road.
3.5 to 4.5 hours by private car, depending on traffic and stops.
It is possible but tiring, with 7.5 to 9 hours of driving in total. Staying at least one night is better.
Good stops include Golden Temple of Dambulla, Dambulla Cave Temple, Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress.
