There are 52 Ramayana sites in Sri Lanka. This tour package covers a few of them. If you want more attractions in Ramayana sites in Sri Lanka, we have written a separate article about Ramayanaya for those interested; the link will follow immediately.

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Another important thing is that most Ramayana pilgrims prefer to visit other attractions in the destinations. If you see different places with this pilgrimage, the number of days will be increased. Please get in touch with the tour executive for the ideal package. We highly recommend reviewing the blog post links in this tour package to learn about other attractions and destinations.

Day 01 – Airport to Anuradhapura

Proceed to Anuradhapura. It is 200 Km from the Airport to Anuradhapura. It takes 5 hours to reach Anuradhapura without stopping anywhere. But you will enjoy the beautiful village scenery all over the route. Visit Manavari is the first place where Lord Rama installed and prayed the Siva lingam after the end of the war with King Ravana.

To date, this lingam is called Ramalinga. Rama made this Lingam, and therefore, it is called Ramalingam. Rameshwaram is the only other lingam in the world named after Lord Rama. Stay overnight in Anuradhapura.

We have written a separate article about Anuradhapura city tour for those interested; the link follows immediately.

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Day 02 – Anuradhapura to Jaffna excursion

Proceed to Jaffana. It is 200 Km and takes 3 hours to reach. Visit Nagapushni Amman Temple.

It is located in Nagadeepa (Nainathiv) Jaffna, North province. Sakthi Peetams are local temples devoted to Goddess Adhiparasakthi. The only one in Sri Lanka is Nagapushni Amman Temple (out of 64), the capital of King Ravana. It is believed that Surasa Devi, the mother of Nagas, tested Lord Hanuman for his courage and intelligence here.

We have written a separate article about Jaffna City tour for those interested; the link follows immediately.

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Return to Anuradhapura. Stay overnight in Anuradhapura.

Day 03 – Anuradhapura to Trinco

You can cover some highlights of the city within a short time. If you want to know more places in Trinco city, we have written a separate article about Trinco city tour for those interested; the link follows immediately.

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Thirukoneshwaran (Keneshwaran) temple is located inside Fort Fredrick and is a significant Hindu religious pilgrimage center.

It was built during the ancient period on top of Konesar Malai. According to the Ramayana, Rishi Agastya built Thiru Koneswaram on the instructions of Lord Shiva, who was impressed by King Ravana’s devotion. Lord Rama is believed to have offered his prayers here to eliminate the voodoo of killing Ravana.

Visit Kanniya hot water springs.  Kanniya is where King Ravana carried out the last rites for his mother.

When he was not able to find water to perform his rites, he, in sheer anger, pierced his Trishul on the ground seven times, and water started gushing out immediately. It is believed that the king’s wrath subsided on seeing the water, and similarly, the warmth of the water was also reduced. The temperature of the water is different in all the seven wells. Stay overnight in Trinco.

Day 04 – Trinco to Sigiriya

Visit Sigiriya (Ravana palace). It is believed that the plateau top was the site of Ravana’s majestic palace, made of solid gold and crafted by Kubera, the God of Wealth, around 50 centuries ago. You will find several caves if you look closely towards the bottom of this rock plateau. As believed, one of these caves is where Ravana imprisoned Sita Devi after abducting her. The cave walls have (still) brightly colored paintings depicting scenes from the age of Ramayana. Other than that, you will spot several women’s portraits, which are believed to be portraits of the many wives of Ravana. There are 1300 steps to climb to see the palace’s foundation preserved. You have to make sure that you are fit to climb. Stay overnight in Sigiriya.

Sigiriya is connected to different eras of history. Today, it is a Unesco World Heritage Site and has become the world’s eighth wonder.

We have written a separate article about the Sigiriya city tour for those interested; the link follows immediately.

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Day 05 – Sigiriya to Kandy

Visit Sita Kotuwa. Located in Gurulupotha is on the Mahiyangana, Central province. It is believed that the city of Lankapura once stood in these jungles.

The town had a beautiful palace for Queen Mandothari, surrounded by waterfalls, streams, and varieties of flora and fauna. Sitadevi was kept in this palace until she was moved to Ashoka Vatika. Sita Kotuwa means Sita’s fort and got its name because of Sita Devi’s stay here. Stay overnight in Kandy.  

If you want more attractions in Kandy, we have written a separate article about Kandy city tour for those interested; the link will follow immediately.

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Day 06 – Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

Visit Shri Bhakta Hanuman Temple Ramboda, 35 Km from Nuwara Eliya town towards Kandy.

It is a significant spot in the epic Ramayana, and Hindus worldwide consider it one of the main spots. In the Ramayana, Hanuman searches for Sitadevi on these hills. Chinmaya Mission of Sri Lanka built a Hanuman temple at this site. Stay overnight in Nuwara Eliya.

Day 7 – Nuwara Eliya

Visit the spectacular Sitha Amman Kovil. The soil is black, and it is believed that Hanmanji burned this area before he left Sri Lanka. It is also thought that King Ravana kept the Sita devi captive at this site.

There is a stream by the side of the temple. The footprints of Lord Hanuman are found. Some are small, and some are large, which tells us of the immense powers of Hanuman transforming himself into any size.

Gayathri Peedam is believed to be where King Ravana’s son Meghanath propitiated Lord Shiva with penance and poojas and was granted supernatural powers by Lord Shiva.

This is the first and foremost temple built for Gayathri Amman in Sri Lanka. The Shiva Lingam found in this temple was brought from the holy river Narmada. Stay overnight in Nuwara Eliya. 

If you want more attractions in Nuwara Eliya, we have written a separate article about Nuwara Eliya city tour for those interested; the link will follow immediately.

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Day 8 – Nuwara Eliya to Kataragama

Vsit Divurumpola. At this location, Sita underwent the “Agni” test to prove her innocence to Rama after being rescued by him.

Divurumpola, meaning a place of oath, is a popular place of worship among locals. The temple depicts paintings of the Ramayana epic.

Visit Ravana Cave in Ella, Uva Province. These tunnels prove beyond doubt King Ravana’s architectural brilliance.

They served as a quick means of transport through the hills and a secret passage. These tunnels networked all the important cities, airports, and dairy farms. A close look at these tunnels indicates they are artificial and not natural.

Visit Nil Diya Pokuna (Blue wáter pond) in Ella. Nil Diya Pokuna is an underwater pond in a cave or a tunnel complex believed to have been built by King Ravana.

This is a tracking adventure through tunnels in the mountain. You must prepare for it and have a professional local tracking guide. You must acknowledge and discuss this with your tour operator and your tour guide. They will support you only if you’re capable.  

Ravana Falls, located in the village of Ella, is believed to be where Ravana hid Sita after abducting her. The waterfall cascades down from a height of approximately 25 meters and offers a breathtaking view amidst the surrounding lush greenery.

Visitors can enjoy the beauty of the falls while immersing themselves in the legends of the Ramayana.

If you want more attractions in Nuwara Eliya, we have written a separate article about Nuwara Eliya city tour for those interested; the link will follow immediately.

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Karthikeya Subramaniam Temple at Kataragama. Lord Indra requested that Lord Karthikeya go to the battlefield on the last day of war.

This was done to protect Lord Rama from the wrath of Brahmasthra aimed by King Ravana, which otherwise would have weakened him. The benefit was that one of the most potent weapons, Brahma asthma, was aimed at Lord Rama for the second time and rendered useless by Lord Karthikeya’s presence. Stay overnight in Kataragama. 

Day 9 – Kataragama to Colombo

Visit Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara. Kelaniya is the place where King Veebeshana ruled after being crowned by Lakshmana. Lord Rama was in exile for 14 years and could not participate in any coronation ceremony, so he deputed his younger brother, Prince Lakshmana, to crown Veebeshana. Today, a Buddhist shrine and a temple for King Veebeshana exist in this very place.

There are murals enshrined outside the Buddhist temple depicting the crowning of King Veebeshana. Many temples for King Veebeshana are found throughout Lanka, and he is still considered one of the four guardian deities of Sri Lanka. It is a fact that there is no temple for King Ravana, whereas many exist for King Veebeshana. This proves that his stand towards dharma and justice made him a god in Sri Lanka. Stay overnight in Colombo.

If you want more attractions in Colombo, we have written a separate article about Colombo city tour for those interested; the link will follow immediately.

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Day 10 – Colombo to Airport

After Breakfast, checkout & proceed to the Colombo Airport to catch your flight. It is 40 km and 45 minutes. It depends on your flight time, which can be spent more time on the beach.