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No. 6221 · Sri Lanka · South Asia

Kurunegala

7.48°N 80.37°E · 116 m

Chart 6221 Atlas coordinate chart

Overview

Kurunegala serves as a practical transit hub for travelers moving between Kandy and the Cultural Triangle sites of Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, and Dambulla. The city has a distinctive rocky hill (Kurunegala Rock) topped with a white Buddha statue that marks the skyline.

Day Trips · Transit Hub · Trekking

Before you go

Connectivity

Basic mobile coverage available from Sri Lankan providers. Limited tourist infrastructure compared to major destinations.

Transport

Kurunegala is a major bus junction with connections to Kandy (42 km), Dambulla (52 km), Colombo, and other destinations. The Central Bus Stand is in the city center.

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