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Mihintale
The cradle of Buddhism in Sri Lanka — the hill where King Devanampiya Tissa met Mahinda in 247 BC.
About Mihintale
The cradle of Buddhism in Sri Lanka — the hill where King Devanampiya Tissa met Mahinda in 247 BC.
Best time to visit
Year-round · early morning best
Getting there
Reached from North Central Province; our chauffeur-guides include Mihintale on tailor-made itineraries. Ask us for the best route and stopovers.
Things to do in Mihintale
- Guided walk through UNESCO-listed ruins and monuments
- Ancient frescoes, stupas and stone carvings dating back centuries
- Best photographed at sunrise before the crowds and heat arrive