Top Things to do in North Western Province
Top 10 Free Things to do in North Western Province, Sri Lanka
Discover the best top things to do in North Western Province, Sri Lanka including Arankelle Ancient Monastery, Siri Gautama Sambuddharaja Maligawa, Mahamevnawa Buddhist Monastery Polgahawela, Margarita Kite School Sri Lanka, St. Anne’s Church, Munneshwaram Hindu temple, World's tallest granite Samadhi Buddha statue in Kurunegala, Ridi Viharaya, Selyn, Ethagala.
Restaurants in North Western Province
1. Arankelle Ancient Monastery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By Albia-Newton - Weston super Mare, United Kingdom
Beautiful ancient monastery in the jungle. Built by Buddhist monks between the 4th and 8th Centuries Lovely to explore Get the site guardian to give you a tour if you can. He is very knowledgeable
2. Siri Gautama Sambuddharaja Maligawa
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 25 reviews
Siri Gautama Sambuddharaja Maligawa (Grand Temple of The Gautama Buddha) is one of the most beautiful Buddhist temples in Sri Lanka. This magnificent temple was completed in 2012 to honor Gautama Buddha celebrating the 2600th anniversary of his enlightenment. The temple was built through the great meritorious intentions and guidance of the most venerable Kiribathgoda Gnanananda Thero. The statues, paintings, carvings and all other art works in the temple were made exclusively by highly skilled Sri Lankan artists. As well, thousands of devotees connected to Mahamevnawa monasteries in the country and abroad gave their full financial and volunteer support. By placing the first stone the construction work of the grand temple was started on 6th February 2011 and the construction work was finished completely just in one year and five months. On 2nd July 2012 the temple was offered to Gautama Buddha and opened to the Public in a grand opening ceremony.
Reviewed By subuddhij - Australia, null
Having visited temples in countries like Thailand, Singapore, Austraila, I think these are unarguably the best modern day Buddha Statues. They have been crafted, highlighting the unique physical features of the Lord Buddha, hence being inside this temple building was truly a beautiful experience. Also, you if you get the time right, you may see hundreds of Buddhist monks going on alms round to the lunch area, at about 10.30 am. It is truly a marvelous sight to see so many Buddhist monks walking mindfully. If you are interested in learning a bit of Buddhist wisdom, You may also get a chance to talk directly with a practicing Buddhist monk. Overall it is a very spiritually enriching experience and one that I keep coming back to every time I visit Sri Lanka.
3. Mahamevnawa Buddhist Monastery Polgahawela
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 13 reviews
4. Margarita Kite School Sri Lanka
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 125 reviews
If you are looking for the perfect place to master kitesurfing in Sri Lanka, look no more. This certified IKO kitesurfing school is located in Kalpitiya, the North West province, and is the main spot for kitesurfing in Sri Lanka. In this kitesurf camp, you will learn to kitesurf in one of the best, most beautiful spots in the world! Located in a rural area, you will live side by side with the local people, which you will find friendly, welcoming and hospital. You will have the opportunity to enter into the Wilpattu National park, by boat, to discover the beauty of this park from the river shore. Our staff consist of professional IKO certified teachers and our equipment is due to the highest standards. We provide a various range of offers, to all level of kitesurfers. Our skilled staff will be with you from beginner to advanced. Rentals are possible. We also provide free storage of your own equipment. We offer boat rescue and support.
5. St. Anne’s Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By ONACS - Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka
We went a pilgrimage to the church with our family it’s a wonderful place with many prayers and a part time blessing with a bath in the sea. Also went to forest church st. Anthony’s. Lovely church rooms and houses with all the facilities for a pilgrimage.
6. Munneshwaram Hindu temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 91 reviews
Reviewed By bolkar
Our driver/guide Mr. Gamini picked up up from our hotel Ramada Inn Colombo on February 1st at 9 am and our journey in Sri Lanka started ! Next stop Chilaw to visit Munneshwara temple and Manavari Temple ! Colombo to Chilaw on expressway/E03, and Rt A3 is about1hr 30min about 73km ! The Munneshwaram temple is an important regional Hindu temple in Sri Lanka. It has been in existence at least since 1000 CE ! According to Wiki " The construction began in 10th century CE. The temple is one of the ancient Pancha Ishwarams dedicated to Shiva in the region !The temple complex is a collection of five temples, including a Buddhist temple. The temple was destroyed twice by the Portuguese colonial officers, who handed over the properties to the Jesuits. Although the Jesuits built a Catholic chapel over the temple foundation, locals reconstructed the temple both times, once in 1578 and again in 1623". The Temple is beautiful ! Worth a visit !
7. World's tallest granite Samadhi Buddha statue in Kurunegala
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 56 reviews
Reviewed By michaelhT1915XZ
Modern day work of art on a grand scale. Lovely atmosphere helped by the resident monks and pilgrims from the south. They appear to be starting a rock sculpted Ganesh as well.
8. Ridi Viharaya
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By spijkerjoost
This beautiful place is not so well known, but it should be. Beautiful temple, great views and history and friendly people. We stayed for two nights at the temple and they treated us like kings. We even got to meet the highest monk. More people should visit this!
9. Selyn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Selyn is a Sri Lanka’s only Fair Trade Guaranteed Handloom company that engages the traditional community of Handloom weavers in bringing to you products handmade with 100% cotton and infinite measures of skill and devotion. You will find bright and beautiful fabrics, garments, toys, home-ware, other accessories and souvenirs to carry to your loved ones back home! Truly Sri Lankan! Visit our other stores in Colombo, Kandy and Negombo
10. Ethagala
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 51 reviews
Reviewed By Manuja_Yasasvi - Kurunegala, Sri Lanka
Has a BUDDHA STATUE at the top of the rock and has a beautiful scenery. I recommend to visit this place.
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