Mountain SpotMountain SpotRitigala Ancient Monastery
Open
At Ritigala Archaeological Site & Strict Natural Reserve
Palugaswewa
👟Wear sturdy walking shoes for uneven, rocky forest paths.
🦟Apply insect repellent and tuck trousers into socks.
💧Bring sufficient water and snacks for the trail.
Hidden within a dense tropical forest, these atmospheric 1st-century BCE monastery ruins remain largely unrestored. Wander stone-paved pathways and meditation terraces in a remote mountain reserve that feels worlds away from civilization.
Ancient forest monastery
Archaeological ruins
Strict nature reserve
Off the beaten path
Mountain SpotMountain SpotRitigala Ancient Monastery
At Ritigala Archaeological Site & Strict Natural Reserve
Open
Palugaswewa
👟Wear sturdy walking shoes for uneven, rocky forest paths.
🦟Apply insect repellent and tuck trousers into socks.
💧Bring sufficient water and snacks for the trail.
Hidden within a dense tropical forest, these atmospheric 1st-century BCE monastery ruins remain largely unrestored. Wander stone-paved pathways and meditation terraces in a remote mountain reserve that feels worlds away from civilization.
Ancient forest monastery
Archaeological ruins
Strict nature reserve
Off the beaten path