Monaragala District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A herd of water buffalo grazing in a dry, open field with scattered trees and bushes.
A vehicle's interior with a view of a calm body of water and distant land.
A group of buffalo grazing in a forested area with dense green foliage and dry grass.
A vehicle with a bumper sticker that reads "True Liberty is to be a free of vices" and features a man's face.
An elephant near a body of water with mountains in the background.

Popular cities in Monaragala District

A large white dome structure with a golden spire, surrounded by a pathway and greenery.
Kataragama
Check out the local area in Kataragama—home to attractions like Lunugamvehera National Park and Yala National Park.

Reasons to visit

  • Kataragama Temple
A large rock face with three carved statues of standing figures.
Wellawaya
Head to Diyaluma Falls and Lipton’s Seat—just two of the sights around Wellawaya.
Galgamuwa
Galgamuwa
Check out Gal Oya National Park—just one of the sights to explore around Galgamuwa.
Buttala
Buttala
Head to Ella Rock and Little Adam's Peak—just two of the sights around Buttala.
Rankethgama
Rankethgama
Check out the local area in Rankethgama as you venture to sights like Udawalawe National Park.
Monaragala
Monaragala
Venture to Maligawila and Karuwallahena—just two of the sights around Monaragala.

Stay near popular Monaragala District attractions