Breathtaking Views at Temple Lake View Point

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving from the center of Dambulla, head south on the A9 highway. Continue for about 1.5 kilometers until you reach the traffic lights. At the junction, take a left onto the road leading to the Dambulla Cave Temple. Follow this road for approximately 2 kilometers. Keep an eye out for the signs indicating Temple Lake View Point. The entrance will be on your right, and there is parking available near the viewpoint.

• Public Transportation

  To reach Temple Lake View Point via public transportation, start by taking a local bus from Dambulla Town to the Dambulla Cave Temple. Buses frequently run from the main bus station in Dambulla to the cave temple, and the fare is typically around 20 LKR. Once you arrive at the Dambulla Cave Temple, you can either walk (about 2 kilometers) or take a tuk-tuk to Temple Lake View Point. The tuk-tuk ride will cost approximately 300-400 LKR, depending on the negotiation.

• Tuk-Tuk

  If you prefer a more direct route and convenience, you can hire a tuk-tuk from anywhere in Dambulla. Simply ask your driver to take you to Temple Lake View Point. The cost should range from 500 to 700 LKR for a round trip from the city center, depending on your starting point and negotiation.