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Culture, wildlife, and heritage experiences are part of the wider Giman Free journey.
From Dambulla and Sigiriya to Polonnaruwa, Trincomalee, Somawathiya, and nearby wildlife sanctuaries, the East Coast stay extends far beyond the beach.
141 Kms from Passikudah to Dambulla
Dambulla Rock Temple was built by King Walagambahu in the 1st century B.C. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Sri Lanka's most impressive cave temple complexes, with over 2000 square meters of painted walls and ceilings and more than 150 Buddha images.
127 Kms from Passikudah to Sigiriya
Sigiriya Rock Fortress is a world heritage site built by King Kashyapa between 473 and 491 A.D. Rising dramatically from the scrub jungle, it is known for its fortified city, water gardens, moat, rampart, and the famous frescoes of the heavenly maidens.
Culture & Heritage
Polonnaruwa or Pulasthipura is an ancient town and UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for its rich history, agricultural heritage, and well-planned archaeological remains.
Culture & Heritage
Trincomalee is home to the famous Koneswaram Temple, the temple of a thousand pillars, located inside Fort Frederick. The city also offers additional historical monuments and beach access within the fort area.
Culture & Heritage
Somawathiya Chethiya dates back to the 2nd century BC and is believed to enshrine the right tooth relic of Lord Buddha, making it a meaningful spiritual and historical excursion.
Wildlife
The Passikudah and Batticaloa district region offers wildlife sanctuaries and landscapes such as Thoppigala, Artikckadu, Tharavei, Palamadu, Avaddaveli, and Iralakkulam, where guests may encounter elephants, sloth bears, wild boars, and other wildlife.
Our concierge desk can arrange private comfortable transport, licensed tour guides, packed meals, and custom day-trips tailored to your schedule.