Kudumbigala Monastery
කුඩුම්බිගල ආරණ්ය සේනාසනය
An ancient Buddhist forest monastery in the jungle, dotted with more than two hundred meditation caves. Climb to the rock summit for views over the jungle and coast.
Kudumbigala is a Buddhist forest monastery more than two thousand years old, located in a protected area north of Kumana National Park. Over two hundred meditation caves are scattered among the boulders, some bearing Brahmi-script inscriptions, and monks still meditate here today. Following a rocky path to the top of a huge boulder, you can see the jungle, the lagoon and the distant coast. Entry is free (donations welcome). Remove your shoes, dress modestly and keep quiet. It can be arranged together with a Kumana safari.
Opening hours
Open daytime
Nearby sights
- Okanda Sri Murugan Kovil
- Crocodile Rock
- Peanut Farm
- Elephant Rock
- Kumana National Park
- Arugam Bay Main Point
- Magul Maha Viharaya
- Muhudu Maha Viharaya