Matale

Matale Hotels & Matale District Travel Guide

Let’s see what we can do in Matale. Matale is a city in Central Province. Matale offers a variety of facilities to people, such as Matale Hospital, Matale Police Station, Library, Matale Railway Station, Matale bus stand, and Matale Town View Point. Matale postal code is 21000.

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

Matale Weather.

The Matale area shows a warm climate from March to May with a temperature of 28°C to 32°C, and a cool climate in other months. January has a temperature of about 28°C. At night, it drops to about 20–24°C. Matale receives heavy rainfall, with an annual average of 1746–2200 mm. The rainiest months are April-May and especially October-November. Mild winds blow most of the year, and the humidity averages around 77–80%. In summary, it rains about 240 days out of 365 days of the year, and the weather is very cool and temperate.

The way from COLOMBO to Matale.

The bus journey from Colombo to Matale takes 3 hours and 15 minutes and is the most affordable option. Although the journey can be tiring, it is popular with budget travelers.
Trains depart from Colombo Fort Railway Station for Matale, and the journey takes approximately 4 hours and 40 minutes.
Traveling by car or taxi takes about 3 hours.

Matale Places to Visit.

There are many historical, natural (Matale Waterfall), and scenic attractions for tourists to see in Matale. Let’s see what there is to see in Matale tourist places.

Riverston.

Riverston is a scenic spot located in the Matale District of Sri Lanka. The Riverstone peak has a steep slope of 300 meters, and after going up, the Knuckles mountain range can also be seen. It is located 30 kilometers from Matale city, and it takes at least 2 hours to reach the top of the Riverston mountain range. On the way, you can see two beautiful waterfalls, Sera Ella and Bambarakiri Ella. The foggy winter weather here is very similar to the weather of Horton Plains. Many tourists visit this Matale Riverston. It is also known as a suitable place for photographers to take pictures.

Sembuwatta Lake.

Sembuwatta Lake is located in the Elkaduwa area of the Matale District. This lake is located 20km from Matale town. Before the construction of the lake, this place was used as a polo ground by white people to play polo. Then, in 1949, a tank was built in this field to obtain water for the construction of a tea factory. Then, after the tea factory was closed, the tea factory was demolished in 2005, and the lake was renovated. Since this lake is about 30 to 40 feet deep, it is not suitable for bathing at all. A separate swimming pool has been created for bathing. Also, the mild, foggy climate here brings great coolness to the body. If you are going to the Matale District, Sembuwatta Lake is a place to visit.

Pitawala Pathana.

Pitawala Pathana is a very beautiful place located in the Matale district. There are two climatic conditions on both sides of the Pitawala Pathana. This is due to the winds that pass through this mountain.

This area is mostly grass. If you go, you should go in the months of May, June, July, and August. Here, Sera Ella, Veddapani Ella, Duvili Ella, and Babarakiri Ella are very beautiful. The climate of Pitawala Pathana is very similar to the climate of Horton Plains. Mountaineers and tourists come here to enjoy the extraordinary beauty. It can also be called a good place for photographers to take pictures.

Knuckles Mountain Range.

Located east of Kandy and Matale, the Knuckles Range consists of five peaks and several smaller peaks. The range stretches for about 12 miles. There are several mountain ranges such as Dothalugala, Kobenigala, Knuckles, and Gombani. The weather in the Knuckles Range is unpredictable and can change within minutes. You won't find a better area in Sri Lanka for hikers. Here you can see beautiful waterfalls, misty mountains, rivers, small forests, tea plantations, paddy fields, as well as mammals and various types of birds. The Knuckles Range is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is a must-see place for hiking, photography, and nature lovers.

Alu Viharaya Rock Cave Temple.

Alu vihare Parvatha Viharaya is a sacred place located in the Matale district. Alu vihare Parvatha Viharaya is said to have been built during the reign of King Devanampiyatissa in the 3rd century BC. It is believed that the king founded the temple after building a stupa, planting a Bo tree, and introducing Buddhism to his land. Matale Alu Viharaya is an ancient temple with historical value. It has many ancient paintings, intricate carvings, and sculptures. Many tourists who are more interested in history come to visit these. Also, since this is a religious place, pilgrims also visit this place in large numbers.

Sri Muthumari Amman Kovil.

Matale Sri Muthumariamman Temple is located in the Matale District of Sri Lanka. It is a famous Hindu shrine. It is said to have originated in the 19th century. Later, the current temple of this temple was started in 1874, and this temple is said to have been built for Mariamman, the goddess of rain and fertility. Many people come to see the sculptures and carvings here. Also, this Matale Hindu temple is famous in the Matale District as a sacred place where not only Hindus but also Buddhists worship.

Nalanda Gedige Matale.

Nalanda Gedige is located in the Matale district. It is known as one of the main mysteries of archaeology. The reason is that no information has been identified so far as to who built it, in what century, or during whose reign it was built. Although it is a Buddhist temple, it is very much in the South Indian style, which is why archaeologists call it a real mystery. Nalanda Gedige bears a striking resemblance to Hindu temples, and although it has the features that a Hindu temple should have, such as a mandapa, an entrance hall with a roofed design, it has been identified as not being a temple due to the lack of deities. Many tourists come to see its unique blend of architectural styles, its cultural and historical significance.

Hunnasgiriya Waterfall.

Hunnasgiriya Waterfall, located in the Elkaduwa area of Matale District, is known as a very beautiful waterfall that creates imaginative views. This is a wonderfully beautiful waterfall that is most active during the rainy season. Several small streams are created by this waterfall. The environment around it is incredibly beautiful. It is also home to various types of fish and plants. Since there is a beautiful ecosystem around it, you will not get bored no matter how much you look at it. It is 157 feet high, and the height from sea level to this waterfall is 5791 feet.

Sigiriya.

Sigiriya is a huge rock located in the Matale district. History books state that this was a fortress built by King Kashyapa. It is approximately 180 meters (590 feet) high. There are more than 600 murals here. There is also a mirror wall with Kurutu Gee. Many tourists come here to see historical things. The city planning methods created here have not been discovered to this day. The reason for this is that an extremely complex city planning system and a very complex water transportation system are located inside this rock. It has also been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. If you also come to Dambulla, you must visit Sigiriya Rock. Once you reach the top of Sigiriya Rock, the surroundings look amazingly beautiful. I believe that Sigiriya is being well preserved so that many more generations will be able to visit this rock.

Wasgamuwa National Park.

Wasgamuwa National Park is a national park located in the Matale District of Sri Lanka. Part of it also borders the Polonnaruwa District. It was designated as a nature reserve in 1938 and was re-designated as a strict nature reserve in the early 1970s due to misdeeds in the reserve. It was then designated as a national park in 1984 to protect and provide shelter to wildlife displaced during the Mahaweli Development Project. The park is home to herds of elephants and many species of birds. It also provides a home to a large number of plant species.

Top Matale Attractions Places.

Hiking Places:

Matale Town-View Point, Hunnas Paradise, Wiltshire Hiking Place, Arangala Mountain Peak, Cranford Hill, Pitakanda Peak, Hulangala Mini World's End, Pidurangala, Hunnasgiriya Mountain, Big Rock, Manigala, Kalabokka 360 Upper Division View Point, Pitawala Pathana, Riverston

Waterfalls and Natural Pools:

Themali Kaan Waterfall, Rathninda Ella, Pitawala Pathana Fall, Upper Hunnas Fall, Watagoda Fall, Wegala Watta Waterfall, Infinity Pool Kunckles, Yatawatta Biso Ella, Opalgala Ella, Wambatuhena Ella, Dumbara Ella, Sansun Ella, Wedda Pani Ella, Hunnasgiriya Waterfall, Duwili Ella, Sera Ella, Bambarakiri Ella

Historical Places:

Sindakatti Sri Kumaran Kovil, Sigiriya, Ederagala Wana Senasuma, Padiwita Ambalama, Nalanda Gedige, Sri Muththumari Amman Kovil, Aluviharaya Rock Cave Temple, Matale Heritage Center, Dambulla Royal Cave Temple, and Golden Temple

Rivers and Lakes:

Thelgamu Oya, Sembuwatta Lake

Reservoir:

Nalanda Dam & Reservoir, Bowatenna Reservoir, Moragahakanda Reservoir

Sanctuary:

Wasgamuwa National Park

Museum:

Matale District Museum

Gardens:

National Spice Garden, Ranweli Spice Garden

Others:

Sisil Arana Natural Preserve, Elkaduwa Tea Plantation

Cities in Matale.

Dambulla
Galewela
Matale
Naula
Pallepola
Rattota
Ukuwela
Yatawatta

Dambulla.

Dambulla city is located in the Matale district. Dambulla city is most famous because of the Dambulla economic center. Dambulla is also known as the economic city next to Sigiriya. Dambulla is also known as a fairly hot city.

Naula.

Naula is a small town located in the Matale District. It is known as a town that acts as a junction on the Kandy-Dambulla main road. This town is known as a beautiful town surrounded by mountain ranges. The city has a slightly cold climate and is very beautiful.

Ukuwela.

Ukuwela is a beautiful town located in the Matale district. This town receives light to heavy rains throughout the year. The people living here are farmers. They carry out their agricultural activities during the dry season in the middle of the year.

Are you ready to visit the Matale District ?

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