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About Vessagiriya

Wessagiriya is a place which had been used by Buddhist monks for meditation in the times of ancient kings. It is nice ancient place with many ruins and beautiful rock formations. This place is not a popular among tourists but there are lots of ancient monuments to be seen. Also there are evidences of sharp cutting (unfinished) rocks with ancient technology. Best to visit in morning or evening where the rocks are not heated. Place is located very close to the main road. Full site can be explored less than 2 hours time.

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Visiting Hours

Dawn to Dusk

Entry Fee

Free

Best Time

Year-round

Difficulty

Easy

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