Ancient geographical milestones ate the most veritable sources of historical knowledge and wonders of Sri Lanka. Amongst such milestones, the Maniyagama Rajamaha Viharaya holds an immeasurable amount of artistic, architectural, historical and geographical value. In the historical folklore the Maniyagama was a linking junction of ancient Anuradhapura Kingdom and the Western region of Sri Lanka, and even the geographical deposition aside, the Maniyagama Rajamaha Viharaya itself is the most significant in its inception by King Valagamba and the later years the renovation by King Keerthi Sri Rajasinghe. Historically it played a pivotal role in not just as slinking road junction, but also as a strategic military stronghold, proven by the role this destination played in the battles between Seethawaka and Kotte Kingdoms as well as the Kingdoms resistance against Portuguese. Above all these historical values, the natural and Environmental features of the destination had added breathtaking attraction via curved roads, forest ceilings, outside and out of reach from unending urbanization, thus maintaining the nature value bestowed on the land to great extent. The architectural designs only added more prominent features to the land giving the mysterious quality people seek in a destination that has been a central point of many wars in the past. The Kandyan style roofing, long verandas, granite pillars, the makara thorana, the mural arts, ceiling, walls and shrine arts given the place exterior ambience that suitable for the destination.
Pasgama offers a delightful glimpse into traditional Sri Lankan village life, just 30 kilometers away from Colombo. From wattle and daub architecture to ancient customs, Pasgama immerses visitors in the essence of rural living. Explore the village hierarchy, encounter locals in authentic costumes, and witness their daily routines. Spicy Delights: Savor glorious spicy food, prepared with love and tradition. Kitchen Band - "kitchen band" village oldies and baila dramas performed with kitchen utensils as musical instruments. Natha Devalaya, an ancient building in Kandy with a rich history dating back to the 4th century.
A rock with a sharp edge like a well sharpened pencil's edge, the water cascading down from the upper echelon of the of the rock, the Thudugala Ella has the reputation of attracting tourists. Thus attributing to its existence as the most eye-catching waterfall in Kaluthara. The waterfall comprised with several of floors of waterfall, ponds of small and medium sized, attractive water patterns, the canopy cover of the forest from either sides, easiest accessibility and the higher amount of tourists offerings compared with other similar destinations, as well as one of the longest history of attracting tourists attributes to the rather proud and famous existence of the destination. In the Kaluthara District, the tourism attraction is contributed by the Thudugala Ella by a lot even though the eco-system of area has lesser density than others, is still consider as the marvelous wonder. From the Colonial Era till now , this is one of the first ever tourists destinations even the colonial rulers also acknowledged.
Sri Lanka Air Force Museum (SLAF Museum) at Rathmalana exhibits island's long history in aviation both military and civil. The museum showcases aircrafts which are historically important including the machines used for the World Wars, and of course to fight the battle against terrorism
