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HeritageGampola Era
Three Temple
Loop
Step back into the Gampola Era. Explore Gadaladeniya, Lankathilaka, and Embekke temples on a scenic cultural trek through rice paddies and villages.
5-6 Hrs
1.5 km Hike
Easy
#1 Cultural Experience
Traveler's ChoiceVoted best experience by travelers.
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Templar Loop
Gampola Era Architecture • Village Walk • Art & Craft
Gadaladeniya Viharaya
09:00 AMPickup from Kandy. Explore the ancient stone temple on the rock outcrop, built in the Dravidian architectural style with panoramic views.
Lankathilaka Viharaya
10:30 AMDrive through Pilimathalawa villages. Admire the colossal seated Buddha image and intricate paintings of the "most magnificent" temple.
Temple-to-Temple Trail
11:15 AMA 1.5 km scenic walk through Hiripitiya village and lush rice paddies connecting Lankathilaka to Embekke.
Embekke Devalaya
12:30 PMExplore the Drummers' Hall, famous for its masterpiece wood carvings of dancers, wrestlers, and mythical beasts.
Return to Kandy
01:30 PMDrop-off at your hotel.
Included in Price
- Private transportation (A/C Car or Van)
- English speaking chauffeur guide
- All temple entrance tickets
- Parking & Highway tolls
- Mineral water bottles
- Traditional lunch (Optional add-on)
Essentials
- Modest clothing (Cover shoulders/knees)
- Easy to remove footwear (Sandals/Flip-flops)
- Sun hat and sunglasses
- Camera / Phone
- White clothes recommended (Cultural respect)