The raban drum heralds your arrival. Four older women, flashing beautiful Sri Lankan smiles, encircle a large barrel drum where they pound out a hearty rhythm. Flowing white vesak lanterns hang from the high ceilings of the open air lobby. Meander down a forested path to discover your villa, or continue to the Warichchi Village and begin a weeklong journey in the Ayurvedic Spa.

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Home to the famous Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Iron Wood Forest, and the Rose Quartz Mountain Range, Dambulla provides historical adventures and breathtaking sights in a region UNESCO has designated the Cultural Triangle The city of Dambulla lies approximately 148 kilometers (roughly 91 miles) to the Northeast of the Sri Lankan capital, Colombo. At the top of the list of things to do in Dambulla is the Dambulla Cave Temple, also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla. Comprised of 5 caves and a picturesque facade carved into the side of a steep rock face, the Dambulla Cave Temple houses ancient statues and paintings depicting the Buddha and his life.

Other Dambulla, Sri Lanka attractions include: Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium: a 30,000 seat cricket stadium constructed in a mere 167 days and overlooking the Dambulla Tank (reservoir) and the Dambulla Rock. Rose Quartz Mountain Range

• Encounter the forest as it comes alive, with a night safari to Minneriya or Kawudulla. Explore nature with a daytime jungle trek or elephant safari. Hike or mountainbike through the countryside. Enjoy a boat ride on the lake. Hop on a bullock cart to tour the local village area and observe birdlife alongside the river.
• Enjoy the opportunity to view graceful white egrets, bright emerald Alexandrine parakeets, golden orioles, colourful orange-breasted green pigeons, bright yellow Oriental white eyes, the tickles-blue flycatcher, the scarlet-coloured flamebacks and the dozens of other species