Matale District

Central Province

A prominent rock formation with a river in the valley below.
A mountainous landscape with a prominent rock formation, dense forest, and a valley.
A temple interior with large Buddha statues, intricate ceiling artwork, and a central stupa.
A large rock formation with ancient ruins on top, surrounded by dense green forest and a distant mountain range.
A stone pathway leading through a lush, green forested area with moss-covered walls and a sign indicating a tourist car park for foreigners.

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A temple interior with large Buddha statues, intricate ceiling artwork, and a central stupa.

Dambulla Cave Temple

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Spectacular Buddha statues and colorful murals beautify this ancient complex of rock-cut temples set high above the plains of Dambulla.
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