RAKKHITHTHA KANDA ARANYA SENASANAYA

Rakkhiththa Kanda Aranya Senasanaya is one of the most important archaeological places in Ella. It is a cave temple that looks like the head of a cobra protecting a statue of Buddha. There is a meditation area in this complex where you can spend some quiet and peaceful time alone absorbing in the serenity of the place. You can meet the monks and have a personal discourse on Buddhism freely. 

This temple is located atop a high ridge giving panoramic views of the surrounding hills and forests. 

Location: Rakkitha Kanda Road, Badulla Kurugama, Uva Province, Ella

Timings: Rakkhiththa Kanda Aranya Senasanaya is approachable at all times every day of the year.

Price: There is no entry fee

Rakkhiththa Kanda Aranya Senasanaya is one of the most important archaeological places in Ella. It is a cave temple that looks like the head of a cobra protecting a statue of Buddha. There is a meditation area in this complex where you can spend some quiet and peaceful time alone absorbing in the serenity of the place. You can meet the monks and have a personal discourse on Buddhism freely. 

This temple is located atop a high ridge giving panoramic views of the surrounding hills and forests. 

Location: Rakkitha Kanda Road, Badulla Kurugama, Uva Province, Ella

Timings: Rakkhiththa Kanda Aranya Senasanaya is approachable at all times every day of the year.

Price: There is no entry fee