Golden Buddha statue in Dambulla Temple in Sri Lanka at sunset

New Buddhist museum within the Golden Temple. Giant gold Buddha built in 2001 sitting on the roof of the Golden Temple is one of largest in the world. This complex is one of the most popular attraction in Sri Lanka

Buddha statue inside Dambulla cave temple, Sri Lanka. Dambulla cave temple also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla is a World Heritage Site in Sri Lanka, situated in the central part of the country. This site is situated 148 km east of Colombo and 72 km north of Kandy. It is the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. This temple complex dates back to the first century BCE. There are more than 80 documented caves in the surrounding area. Major attractions are spread over 5 caves, which contain statues and paintings. These paintings and statues are related to Lord Buddha and his life. There are total of 153 Buddha statues, 3 statues of Sri Lankan kings and 4 statues of gods and goddesses.

Ruins of fortress on top of Sigiriya Lion Rock, Sri Lanka"n

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Mahout riding his elephant, Sigiriya Rock on the background, Central Province, Sri Lanka

stairs to Sigirya rock Sri Lanka

Elephants in National Park of Sri Lanka

Rear view of a young man enjoying the sunrise view of Sigiriya Lion Rock from Pidurangala Rock in Sri Lanka.

Mahout riding his elephant, Sigiriya Rock on the background, Central Province, Sri Lanka

On the road to Sigiriya, called Lion Rock. Sri Lanka. High quality photo

Sigiriya, Sri Lanka's ancient rock fortress, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It features a majestic granite rock formation with remnants of a lion-shaped gateway. The ascent reveals stunning frescoes, gardens, and reservoirs. Sigiriya offers a glimpse into Sri Lanka's history and captivates visitors with its natural beauty and cultural significance.

Attractive woman enjoys looking at Sigiriya Lion Rock, Sri Lanka

Mahout riding his elephant, Sigiriya Rock on the background, Central Province, Sri Lanka

Mahout riding his elephant, Sigiriya Rock on the background, Central Province, Sri Lanka

Spectacular view of the Lion rock surrounded by green rich vegetation. Picture taken from Pidurangala Rock in Sigiriya, Sri Lanka.

Young man on top of rock in Sri Lanka admiring the green lush landscape of this tropical climate after hiking and reaching up to the top. People travel Sri Lanka

youngs man and woman have a break after hiking to watch the lion rock

Tourists visit the terraced gardens with jungle landscape views at the ancient historic Sigiriya Rock Fortress or Lion Rock in Sri Lanka.

Rear view of young man sitting on top of rock at sunset contemplating the beautiful jungle natural landscape. People travel relaxation

Tourist exploring sightseeing in Sri Lanka with bicycle. Eco tourism people visiting famous places with own transportation. Woman travel Sri Lanka

The Lions Paw Rock entrance at Sigiriya Rock fortress at Lion Rock in Sigiriya in a sunny day, Sri Lanka

Aerial drone view of Sigiriya Rock

Rear view of young man sitting on top of rock at sunset contemplating the beautiful jungle natural landscape. People travel relaxation

Aerial view from above of Sigiriya or the Lion Rock, an ancient fortress and a palace with gardens, pools, and terraces atop of granite rock in Dambulla, Sri Lanka. Surrounding jungles and landscape.

Aerial view from above of Sigiriya or the Lion Rock, an ancient fortress and a palace with gardens, pools, and terraces atop of granite rock in Dambulla, Sri Lanka. Surrounding jungles and landscape.

Female backpacker walking towards Sigiriya rock temple in Sri Lanka carrying her bag - travel concepts

Happy woman traveling in Sri Lanka and carrying her backpack with Sigiriya rock temple at the background - travel concepts

Walking up the steps of Sigiriya Rock, an ancient rock fortress located in the Matale District near the town of Dambulla in Sri Lanka’s Central Province.

Sigiria Rock and surrounding Jungle aerial view from a helicopter, Sri Lanka

Pools in the garden near Sigiriya mountain

Ancient cave paintings in Sigiriya, Sri Lanka. http://bem.2be.pl/IS/sri_lanka_380.jpg

Sigiriya, Sri Lanka - September 3, 2013: Elephant with tourists riding at the Sigiriya tank. In the background Sigiriya rock.

Sigiriya, Matale District, Central Province, Sri Lanka: famous Sigiriya lion rock fortress - photo by M.Torres

Sigiriya, Matale District, Central Province, Sri Lanka: famous Sigiriya lion rock fortress - ruins at prison rock - photo by M.Torres

Sigiriya, Matale District, Central Province, Sri Lanka: famous Sigiriya lion rock fortress - ruins at prison rock - photo by M.Torres

Old fresco paintings in a cave in Sigiriya, Sri Lanka. Shot with Canon 5D mkIII

View to the Sigiriya rock fortress with reflection in water in Sigiriya, Sri Lanka. Sigiriya is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Lion's rock (Sigiriya) is a large stone and ancient fortress ruin in the central Matale District of Sri Lanka. UNESCO World Heritage Site

The 8th wonder of the world, Sigiriya rock fortress Sri Lanka

Dambulla rock cave temple at sunrise

Dambulla ancient cave temple in Sri Lanka located near Sigiriya rock fortress

Dambulla, Sri Lanka - February 26, 2015: People, tourists walking in front of Dambulla temple buildings which are in cave under the rock. Above the rock, mountain is cloudy and dark dynamic sky with some trees in background. It is HDR made by Olympus E5 in camera build filter.

Cave temple has five caves under a vast overhanging rock and dates back to the first century BC.

Dambulla cave temple also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla is situated in the central part of Sri Lanka. This temple complex dates back to the first century BCE.

The woman feeds the monkeys on the way to Dambulla Cave Temple, Sri Lanka

Dambulla cave temple - statue of the sleeping Buddha in Sri Lanka.

Giant golden buddha statue in the temple of the golden lotus of dambulla

Golden Temple of Dambulla

Exterior of the Buddhist cave temples in Dambulla, Central Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka, Asia

dambulla, sri lanka. 15th august, 2023: dambulla cave temple is a carved stone temple where buddha of different centuries can be seen

A view of the Dambulla cave temple(Golden Temple of Dambulla), a World Heritage Site and a Buddhist pilgrimage destination. Dambulla, Sri Lanka.

Young Sri Lankan macaque : Widlife scene

Wild elephant crossing main road while red tuk tuk gives him the right of way. Habarana in Sri Lanka.

Rear view of wild elephant walking along main road. Habarana in Sri Lanka.