kurunegala

In the past, Kurunegala was known as ‘Hasthishailapura’. The city has that named because of the shape of rock. It is seemed as a elephant. And also, Kurunegala is surrounded by eight rocks. Six of these rocks suppose to carry the shape of 6 different animals. Elephant rock, Tortoise rock, Eel rock, Goat rock, Beetle rock and Monkey rock are them.

Kurunagala lake is the symbol that represent the city like Athagala. It is considered as a city which showcases the talents of ancient kings with many historical temples. It Consists 30 Divisional Secretariats, 1610 Grama Niladari Divisions and 4476 total Villages. Among other districts, Kurunegala has a very special historical background.That is it consists of four ancient kingdoms namely Panduwasnuwara, Kurunegala, Yapahuwa and Dambadeniya.

Most widely spread religion is buddhism. There are many prominent Buddhist temples incude Athkanda Raja Maha Viharaya, Ibbagala Raja Maha Viharaya, Angangala cave temple, Wilbawa Purana Viharaya and Bauddhaloka Viharaya Located at an altitude of 116 meters above sea level, Kurunegala is famous for coconut plantations and rubber estates. So, Paddy, rubber and coconut cultivation is the main livelihood of people in the district. The city’s climate is tropical and hot all throughout the year. North East Monsoon and South West Monsoon are the main rainfall method in this district. Ridi Vihara, the most popular Buddhist temple in Kurunegala can be described as a must visited place in Kurunegala.

It has a very valuable collection of paintings and exquisite wood and ivory carvings. Kurunegala lake is supplying the water for agriculture while enhancing the natural beauty of the city. The lake occupies a large portion of the city and located in the centre of the town. Finally, this district is a best place for take a rest and some tourist groups make a pause at here for a drink, breakfast or lunch.