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    Dambulla Cave Temple

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    Dambulla Cave Temple

    About Dambulla Cave Temple

    The Dambulla cave temple, also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla, is a World Heritage Site in Sri Lanka. This site is situated 148 kilometers east of Colombo and 72 kilometers north of Kandy. It is the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka, dating back to the 1st century BCE.

    Highlights

    • UNESCO World Heritage Site
    • Over 150 Buddha statues
    • Ancient murals covering 2,100 square meters
    • Five separate caves with religious artifacts
    • Magnificent golden temple at the base

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