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Kirivehara (Kiri Vehera) shrine at Kataragama, Sri Lanka
Kirivehara (Kiri Vehera) shrine at Kataragama, Sri Lanka
This photo was taken several months ago while driving from Kataragama town to Yala National Park, early in the morning. It's always a fresh feeling to see the sunrise over the paddy fields which is a common scenery in Sri Lankan villages.
Sithulpawwa rock is situated in the southern part of Sri Lanka. One of the famous Buddhist monasteries. This is fully surrounded by Yala National Park.
5 stars hotel. Yala Np, Sri Lanka

Kataragama Attractions

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Yala National Park Safari Tours : Half Day & Full Day

Yala National Park Safari Tours : Half Day & Full Day

Activity duration is 6 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 54 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $25 per adult
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Yala National Park: Leopard Safari Full day tour with Lunch

Yala National Park: Leopard Safari Full day tour with Lunch

Activity duration is 1 day
9.6 out of 10 with 14 reviews
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Price is $111 per adult*
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Ella: Safari Day Trip to Yala & Udawalawe w/ Picnic Lunch

Ella: Safari Day Trip to Yala & Udawalawe w/ Picnic Lunch

Activity duration is 1 day
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is $185 per adult*
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Yala : Traditional Local Cooking Class with Coconut Drink

Yala : Traditional Local Cooking Class with Coconut Drink

Activity duration is 3 hours
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Price is $28 per adult*
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Give your bank account a well-earned rest by visiting Sacred Bo Tree and Weheragala Lake.