Serenity by the River: The Enchanting River Bank Tree

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving from Puttalam town, head southeast on Kandy Road (A10) towards Dambulla. Continue for approximately 1.5 hours (around 65 km). As you approach Dambulla, keep an eye out for the signs directing you towards the Dambulla Cave Temple. Once in Dambulla, follow the local signs to 'Pothana'. The River bank tree is located at WPGF+QWX Pothana, which is a short drive from the Dambulla Cave Temple. Once you reach Pothana, look for the exact location using GPS coordinates: Latitude 7.9269982, Longitude 80.7248683. Parking is generally available nearby, but make sure to check for any local parking fees.

• Public Transport

  To reach River bank tree using public transportation, start by taking a bus from Puttalam to Dambulla. Buses depart regularly from the main bus station in Puttalam and the journey will take about 1.5 hours. Look for buses that are heading towards Kandy or Dambulla. Once you arrive in Dambulla, you can take a local tuk-tuk or a three-wheeler to Pothana, which is about a 15-minute ride. Make sure to communicate the location to the driver using GPS coordinates: Latitude 7.9269982, Longitude 80.7248683. The cost of the tuk-tuk ride may vary but expect to pay around 300-500 LKR.

• Taxi

  If you prefer a more direct route, you can hire a taxi from Puttalam to River bank tree. The taxi journey will take approximately 1.5 hours depending on traffic and will cost around 3000-4000 LKR. Make sure to confirm the fare upfront before starting your journey. Provide the driver with the destination address: WPGF+QWX Pothana, Dambulla, along with the GPS coordinates: Latitude 7.9269982, Longitude 80.7248683 for precise navigation.