Sri Lanka route guide · Sabaragamuwa Province to Cultural Triangle
Dambulla, known for its painted cave temple, is 5.5 to 6.5 hours from Udawalawe National Park by car. Many travellers break the drive in Pinnawala.
The roads are paved and busy through the towns, with quieter stretches between them.
The Golden Temple of Dambulla is a sacred and impressive cave temple complex set on a rocky hill.
Explore five magnificent cave temples filled with ancient Buddhist art!
Pidurangala Rock is a fantastic alternative to Sigiriya, offering a more peaceful climb with equally stunning…
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About 255 km by road.
5.5 to 6.5 hours by private car, depending on traffic and stops.
It is possible but tiring, with 11 to 13 hours of driving in total. Staying at least one night is better.
Pinnawala is the most natural place to break the journey, about 5 to 6 hours from Udawalawe National Park.
