Kaleliya Pallewela is located in the Western region of Sri Lanka, roughly over 40 kms North-East of Colombo, the country's bustling capital. When in the area, there are several natural and historical sites that can be visited. Guests arriving in Kaleliya can enjoy their visit with a host of things to do and experience true rural and traditional Sri Lankan life.
Visitors should visit Dolpotha in the Kaleliya area, an isolated rural oasis. This part-shaded woodland is surrounded by paddy-fields and visitors will love the natural countryside with its uninterrupted 360 degree views of paddy fields. Visitors can even encounter the local villages and get to know the rhythm of the village with insights in authentic Sri Lankan village life. When in Dolpotha, visitors can even enjoy a picnic, recline on a lounger to read or sun-bathe, or even meditate.Another itinerary when in Kaleliya is to visit the Uruwala Temple. Visitors should travel to Miriswatta and be amazed at the temple’s building & artefacts. The care and devotion witnessed towards the temple is a shining example of Sri Lanka’s devotion to her religious obligations. The resident monks at the emple will engage visitors with details of the temple complex and explaining the structures and the historical significance surrounding this important location.
An interesting item not to be missed when visiting Kaleliya is a visit to the Waruna Temple. Carved out of solid rock on three levels, the highlight of this edifice are high overhangs and drip ledges that previously protected a series of ancient frescoes. However, over time these frescoes have now been reduced to outlines. The top of the roof of this three-storey structure offering magnificent views of the surrounding views areas and should not be missed too.A well-known village close to Kaleliya is Cadjugama. Synonymous with cashew nuts visitors can tasked and buy many different flavours of cashews to nibble or even to take home as a gift. Visitors can even stop at the small stalls set up along the roadside to attract passing vehicles. Sri Lankans enjoy cadjus as an ingredient in their curries, other options for the nut include Chilli roasted cadju, an indelible local treat.
Another nearby village close to Kaleliya is Wewaldeniya. Specializes in making cane baskets and coir mats visitors can easily samples several varieties of local sweetmeats when in this village. Visiting Dedigama when staying in Kaleliya is another interesting option for visitors. A The 12th century dagoba can be explored with interesting chambers there in.
Featured by : Casa Heliconia
Visitors should visit Dolpotha in the Kaleliya area, an isolated rural oasis. This part-shaded woodland is surrounded by paddy-fields and visitors will love the natural countryside with its uninterrupted 360 degree views of paddy fields. Visitors can even encounter the local villages and get to know the rhythm of the village with insights in authentic Sri Lankan village life. When in Dolpotha, visitors can even enjoy a picnic, recline on a lounger to read or sun-bathe, or even meditate.Another itinerary when in Kaleliya is to visit the Uruwala Temple. Visitors should travel to Miriswatta and be amazed at the temple’s building & artefacts. The care and devotion witnessed towards the temple is a shining example of Sri Lanka’s devotion to her religious obligations. The resident monks at the emple will engage visitors with details of the temple complex and explaining the structures and the historical significance surrounding this important location.
An interesting item not to be missed when visiting Kaleliya is a visit to the Waruna Temple. Carved out of solid rock on three levels, the highlight of this edifice are high overhangs and drip ledges that previously protected a series of ancient frescoes. However, over time these frescoes have now been reduced to outlines. The top of the roof of this three-storey structure offering magnificent views of the surrounding views areas and should not be missed too.A well-known village close to Kaleliya is Cadjugama. Synonymous with cashew nuts visitors can tasked and buy many different flavours of cashews to nibble or even to take home as a gift. Visitors can even stop at the small stalls set up along the roadside to attract passing vehicles. Sri Lankans enjoy cadjus as an ingredient in their curries, other options for the nut include Chilli roasted cadju, an indelible local treat.
Another nearby village close to Kaleliya is Wewaldeniya. Specializes in making cane baskets and coir mats visitors can easily samples several varieties of local sweetmeats when in this village. Visiting Dedigama when staying in Kaleliya is another interesting option for visitors. A The 12th century dagoba can be explored with interesting chambers there in.
Featured by : Casa Heliconia