The Cultural Triangle, Sri Lanka. In the south of the island of Sri Lanka – formerly known as Ceylon – southeast of India, is the Cultural Triangle, which includes the historical landmarks of Sigiriya, Anradhapura, Polonnaruwa and Kandy.
Set in the middle of the jungle, we recommend visiting its palaces; temples, gardens, ponds and exotic sacred places that will make you feel that you are in a mythical world.
When in Polonnaruwa we recommend visiting the temples of Lankatilaka, Tivanka and Vatadage, which will surprise you with its giant book of Gal Pota and the four Buddhas of Gal Vihara.
On a 200-metre high rock in the jungle is Sigiriya, with its Palace of King Dhayourena reached by a steep staircase. You will see 5th century frescoes in the rocks.
To the south and up the hills is Kandy, with its bustling streets and its shops full of all kinds of goods. Next to the artificial lake is the Temple of Dalada Maligawa, which houses the famous holy tooth of the Buddha.
Visit the golden temple of Dambulla, and the numerous museums of Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle. You will have the option of going on a wildlife tour. Meanwhile the facilities and accommodation are what you would expect of a first-class international holiday destination.
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Galway Miridiya Lodge
Anuradhapura, Cultural Triangle
Reviews : 0.0 / 5
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The Royal Lotus
Giritale-Polonnaruwa, Cultural Triangle
Reviews : 4.9 / 5
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Lions Rock
Sigiriya, Cultural Triangle
Reviews : 0.0 / 5
This charming resort hotel comprises a total of 31 well-appointed spacious chalets and a garden. Facilities on offer to guests include a lobby area, a hotel safe and a currency exchange facility. There is a bar and a restaurant and guests have conference facilities at their disposal. They can also take advantage of the room and laundry services (the latter for an additional fee). There is parking available for those arriving by car and it is possible to hire bicycles on the premises (charges apply).
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Giritale
Giritale-Polonnaruwa, Cultural Triangle
Reviews : 3.9 / 5
The reception conveys the easy going pace of the hotel, which is simple, pleasant and hospitable. One of the hotel's best assets is the magnificent sweeping view of the 12th century ocean-like Giritale tank. Facilities available to guests at the hotel include currency exchange facilities and room and laundry services.
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Sudu Araliya Polonnaruwa
Giritale-Polonnaruwa, Cultural Triangle
Reviews : 3.7 / 5
The tourist hotel offers 50 air-conditioned rooms and welcomes guests in a lobby with 24-hour reception and check-out services, a hotel safe, currency exchange facilities and a cloakroom. Further facilities available to guests at the air-conditioned hotel include a TV lounge, children's playground, and a bar and restaurant. Guests may also make use of the conference facilities, WLAN Internet access, room service, a laundry service (fees apply), car park and a bicycle hire service (fees apply).
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Sigiriya
Sigiriya, Cultural Triangle
Reviews : 3.9 / 5
This hotel stands amidst woodland gardens which are home to different bird species and is the ideal base for bird-watching. It offers 80 tastefully furnished guest rooms. Facilities on offer to guests at this air-conditioned establishment include a lobby area with a 24-hour reception, lift access, a bar, a restaurant and conference facilities. Guests may also take advantage of the room and laundry services.
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The Deer Park
Giritale-Polonnaruwa, Cultural Triangle
Reviews : 0.0 / 5
This hotel is a doorway to the magnificent past of Sri Lanka's ancient civilizations and UNESCO World Heritage Sites. It offers 77 deluxe cottages and 4 presidential suites with furnishings and a good service. Fully air-conditioned, the historical hotel features a lobby with a hotel safe and currency exchange facilities, as well as a cafe, a restaurant and conference facilities. Room and laundry services are provided and guests arriving by car can leave their vehicles in the car park.
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Chaaya Village
Habarana, Cultural Triangle
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The village is an extension or representation of its idyllic natural surroundings, set within an acre of gardens which blend seamlessly into their natural surroundings, amidst tall trees and tropical foliage and a vast, serene lake that brings nature right to the hotel's doorstep. It is a treat for those wanting to experience Sri Lanka's unhurried and wholesome rural village lifestyle, its rich cultural heritage and tropical wilderness, all with the added comforts of luxurious living, good food and courteous service. The hotel offers 94 guest rooms in total and on-site amenities include a lobby, currency exchange facilities, a cafe, bar and restaurant, conference facilities, and room and laundry services.
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Amaya Lake Dambulla
Dambulla, Cultural Triangle
Reviews : 4.0 / 5
The raban drum heralds guests' arrival. Four older women, flashing beautiful Sri Lankan smiles, encircle a large barrel drum where they pound out a hearty rhythm. Flowing white Vesak lanterns hang from the high ceilings of the open-air lobby. Guests will meander down a forested path to discover their villas, or continue to the Warichchi Village and begin a week-long journey in the Ayurvedic Spa. The resort offers 92 Sri Lankan villas scattered amongst the trees of the forested grounds. Facilities provided at the hotel include a lobby area, a hotel safe, currency exchange service, a bar, restaurant, conference facilities and room and laundry services. Wifi Internet access is also provided, allowing guests to surf wirelessly throughout the complex.
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Heritance Kandalama
Dambulla, Cultural Triangle
Reviews : 4.5 / 5
The simple geometry of the building, with its vertical lines and horizontal planes accentuate the landscape, bringing the environment into the internal spaces of the hotel itself. Further facilities include a moneychanger and bike hire. Room and laundry services are available.
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