Kurunegala

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Kurunegala lake and city
Kurunegala lake and city
Giant Samadhi Buddha statue on top of the Elephant rock in Kurunegala city, Sri Lanka
This image was taken in Kurunegala, an important city in Sri Lanka. It is a view from the top of a large rock called Athugala in Kurunegala.
Best place in Kurunegala region to get an amazing panoramic view of the area. It is just a 30 minutes hike from the bottom of the rock. There's a giant 60m tall Buddha statue at the top of the rock as well. It is pretty much the landmark of Kurunegala region. Not a big tourist attraction. But worth a visit if you have some free time.

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Kandyan Reach Hotel

Kandyan Reach Hotel

4 out of 5
344-350 Kandy Road Kurunegala
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Kurunegala. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Athugala Rock and Kurunegala Lake ...
7.6/10 Good! (25 reviews)
Clean, spacious and well equipwd rooms.

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025

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Kandyan Reach Hotel
For a Calm and Quite stay. AC Room Bathroom with Hot water, Washing Machine.

For a Calm and Quite stay. AC Room Bathroom with Hot water, Washing Machine.

Kurunegala NW
$41 nightly
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$41 total
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Stay at this apartment in Kurunegala. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Kurunegala Lake and Athugala Rock are located ...
For a Calm and Quite stay. AC Room Bathroom with Hot water, Washing Machine.
Cottage 23

Cottage 23

3.5 out of 5
101/23 Bauddhaloka Mawatha Kurunegala WP
Book a stay at this business-friendly apartment in Kurunegala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Kurunegala Lake and Athugala ...
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For a Calm and Quite stay. AC Room Bathroom with Hot water, Washing Machine.

For a Calm and Quite stay. AC Room Bathroom with Hot water, Washing Machine.

Kurunegala NW
Stay at this apartment in Kurunegala. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Kurunegala Lake and Athugala Rock are located ...
For a Calm and Quite stay. AC Room Bathroom with Hot water, Washing Machine.
Cottage 23

Cottage 23

3.5 out of 5
101/23 Bauddhaloka Mawatha Kurunegala WP
Book a stay at this business-friendly apartment in Kurunegala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Kurunegala Lake and Athugala ...
Cottage 23
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Relax your stay and realize your vision of comfort with us in crisp linen theme

Kurunegala North Western
Stay at this vacation home in Kurunegala. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Kurunegala Lake and Athugala Rock are located nearby.
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Popular places to visit

Athugala Rock

Find out about the history of Kurunegala when you spend time at Athugala Rock.

Athugala Rock

Kurunegala Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Kurunegala Lake during your travels in Kurunegala.

Kurunegala Lake

Things to do

Sigiriya Lion rock

From Colombo: Sigiriya and Dambulla Day Trip and Safari

$120
per adult
From Colombo: Sigiriya and Dambulla Day Trip and Safari
Sigiriya

Sigiriya & Dambulla (UNESCO Sites) Private Day Tour From Negombo

$75
per traveler
Sigiriya & Dambulla (UNESCO Sites) Private Day Tour From Negombo
A Women Climb At The Sigiriya Top

Explore the Ancient City of Dambulla and Sigiriya From Negombo.

$140
per adult
Explore the Ancient City of Dambulla and Sigiriya From Negombo.
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Cities near Kurunegala

Kandy

Kandy

Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is an orphanage, nursery and captive breeding ground for wild Asian elephants located at Pinnawala village, 13 km (8.1 mi) northeast of Kegalle town in Sabaragamuwa Province of Sri Lanka. Pinnawala is notable for having the largest herd of captive elephants in the world. In 2011, there were 88 elephants, including 89 males and 51 females from 3 generations, living in Pinnawala. #JitTravelDiaries #SriLanka #PinnawalaElephantOrphanage

Pinnawala

Sigiriya Rock, Sri Lanka. 🇱🇰 #lifeatexpedia #sigiriya #amazingsrilanka

Melsiripura

A photo taken while I was traveling to Badulla in the upcountry railway line. This is the most scenic railway line in Sri Lanka and it's highly recommended. You will find this one in a life lite experience. It is totally 8 hour ride if my memory is good.

Nawalapitiya