Named after the Tissa-wewa man-made reservoir, Tissamaharama is a beautiful town on the southern coast. Featuring abundant birdlife in a scenic backdrop, the town is a fantastic destination with plenty of history and culture to keep visitors interested.
Yala
The Yala wildlife sanctuary is without a doubt the town’s biggest attraction. The 2nd largest wildlife sanctuary in Sri Lanka, Yala gives the island a ‘wild’ touch to it because it prides itself on being the site with the highest leopard density in the world. Safaris in the national park can be organized by Tissamaharama hotels such as the Kithala Resort and several other hotels that are ideally located right nearby.
Sithulpawwa
Pay a visit to ‘the hill of the quiet mind’- Chiththala Pabbatha or the Sithulpawwa Rajamaha Viharaya that’s situated deep within the Yala National Park. This ancient Buddhist monastery houses number of rock caves, pagodas, chapter houses, and ponds. The walls of these caves are adorned with many beautiful paintings.
Kirinda Temple
Kirinda is a small port city located on the southern coast of Sri Lanka. The easy access from Yala makes Kirinda one of the most popular destinations for those who are in the neighborhood. The beautiful temple is open all through the year and welcomes visitors both local and foreign.
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