Gampaha

Gampaha Hotels & Gampaha District Travel Guide

Let’s see what we can do in Gampaha. Gampaha is in Western Province. Gampaha postal code is 11000.

Gampaha has a variety of Gampaha hotels and accommodation options, from affordable guest houses to luxury resorts. You can book Gampaha hotels from hotelexpress.lk, and also check out Gampaha tours. So let’s continue, best tour guide.

Weather in Gampaha.

Gampaha District has a humid subtropical climate with high temperatures and significant rainfall throughout the year. The average temperature ranges from 27-30°C (81-86°F) and the humidity ranges from 80-90%. The annual rainfall is about 262.02 mm (10.3 inches), with heavy rain or thunderstorms receiving more than 15 mm (0.6 inches). There is a moderate breeze throughout the year, providing a good balance of sunshine.

The way from COLOMBO to GAMPAHA.

The train journey takes approximately 30 minutes.
Driving to or from Colombo by car or taxi takes about 35 minutes, depending on traffic.
The bus is the most affordable way to travel to Gampaha city, and the journey takes approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on traffic.

Things to do in GAMPAHA.

There are many historical, natural, and scenic attractions for tourists to see in Gampaha. Let’s see what there is to see in Gampaha.

Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya.

Kelani Temple is located about 11 kilometers from Colombo. This temple is located on the banks of the Kelani River. It is famous all over the world as a very sacred and beautiful temple. The history of Kelani Temple dates back to about 500 BC. When the Lord Buddha came to Sri Lanka 8 years after his enlightenment, he delivered a sermon at the place where the Kalani Temple was located. History books state that a gem chair was placed at the place where the sermon was held, and a stupa was built, and this temple was built. Then, during the Portuguese period, they destroyed many of the buildings in the Kelani Temple and occupied the land. History books state that the Dutch came and returned the land they had taken to the Kelani Temple. Later, during British rule, the Kelani Temple was renovated in the early 20th century with the help of Helena Wijewardena Lamatheni. Many tourists also come to see the Kelani Duruthu Maha Perahera and the paintings painted by the artist Solius Mendis at the Kelani Temple.

Maligatenna Cave Temple.

The history of Maligathenna Cave Temple, located in the Gampaha District, spans from the 4th century BC to the 11th century AD. This ancient cave temple has many ruins of historical and archaeological importance, such as Brahmi rock inscriptions, intricate carvings, an ancient rock pool, and a Bodhi tree that is more than a century old. Maligathenna Cave Temple has been designated as an archaeologically protected site by the government. This unique place is a must-see.

Henarathgoda Botanical Garden.

Henarathgoda Botanical Garden is a beautiful place located in the Gampaha District. It was opened to the public in 1826. It is located about 450 meters from the Gampaha Railway Station. It also has an area of 43 acres. The specialty of this place is that the oldest rubber tree in Sri Lanka has been planted in the Henarathgoda Gampaha Botanical Garden. There are several gardens here, such as the Japanese Garden, the Orchid Garden, the Rose Garden, and the Children's Garden. It is also possible to do activities such as swan boats. It opens at 7.30 in the morning and is open to the public until 6 in the evening.

Horagolla National Park.

Horagolla National Park is located in the Gampaha District of Sri Lanka. Compared to other national parks in Sri Lanka, this park is a very small park. It covers an area of 33 acres. It was declared a wildlife sanctuary by the then government on 5th October 1973. The park is home to 10 species of mammals, 64 species of birds, 7 species of fish, and 28 species of butterflies. The orb weaver spider is also found here. If you are a nature lover, you should visit this place.

Browns Beach, Negambo.

Brown Beach in Negombo is a popular destination for locals and tourists. This beach offers recreational activities such as swimming in the calm waters, jet skiing, banana boat rides, windsurfing, and paddleboarding. It is a golden sandy beach and is the perfect place to relax and watch the stunning sunrise and sunset. You can also enjoy delicious seafood at the various restaurants and cafes located near this beach.

Places to Visit in Gampaha.

Rivers & Waterfalls:

Werahara Natural Pool, Lunugama Raja Pihilla, Dehiella Waterfall, Unudiya Ella, Manella Waterfall, Bopagama Ella

Beach:

Browns Beach Negambo, Morawala Beach, Dungalpitiya Beach, Bopitiya Beach, Uswatakeiyawa Beach, Preethipura Beach

Hiking Places:

Meetirigala Nissarana Vanaya, Gana Kanda Rock, kohobagala Mountain, Bandaranayake Wana Uyana, Pilikutthuwa Balumgala

Fort:

Negambo Dutch Fort

Historical Sites:

Maligathanna Raja Maha Viharaya, Alawala Caves Prehistoric Archaeological Site, Waboda Purana Gallen Raja Maha Viharaya, Maligatenna Aranya Senasanaya, Pilikuttuwa Raja Maha Viharaya, Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya, Aththanagalla Raja Maha Viharaya, Uruwala Walagamba Raja Maha Viharaya, Asgiriya Raja Maha Viharaya, Lenawara Raja Maha Viharaya

National Park and Gardens:

Horagolla National Park, Gampaha Botanical Garden, Henarathgoda Botanical Garden Gampaha, Guruge Nature Park

Other:

Gampaha Oruthota Walking Park, Old Henarathgoda Railway Station, Gallindawatta Ambalama

Cities in Gampaha.

Asgiriwalpola
Biyagama
Danowita
Dewalapola
Divulapitiya
Dunagaha
Ekala
Eldeniya
Ellakkala
Gampaha
Ganemulla
Ja-Ela
Kahatowita
Kirindiwela
Korase
Liyanagemulla
Loluwagoda
Mabodale
Mabola
Maddegama
Mahara
Makola
Malwana
Mawaramandiya
Negombo
Dandugama
Thihariya
Udugampola
Uswetakeiyawa
Yagoda

Are you ready to visit Gampaha District ?

Although there are several things to do in the Gampaha District. Your involvement in such a thing during your visit to Gampaha District will surely become an unforgettable experience for a lifetime.