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  Dambulla - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The city of Dambulla is situated in the Central Province of Sri Lanka, the city is situated 148 km east of Colombo and 72 km north of Kandy.
Buddhist monks meditating in the caves of Dambulla at that time provided the exiled king protection from his enemies.
When King Valagamba returned to the throne at Anuradapura kingdom in the 1st century BC, he had magnificent rock temple built at Dambulla as a gratitude to the monks in Dambulla.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Dambulla   (364 words)

  
 Dambulla - Cave Temple of Sri Lanka.
Dambulla is a part of the Cultural Triangle declared by UNESCO is on the main road from Sigiriya to Kandy about 19Km from Sigiriya.
Dambulla is a unique and important historical site because of the amalgamation of the material from many eras.
Close to Dambulla deep inside the jungle is perhaps the oldest garden in Sri Lanka is the Iron Wood Forest and the largest Rose Quartz Mountain Range in South Asia.
www.explorelanka.com /places/nc/dambulla.htm   (278 words)

  
 Sri Lanka Map - Dambulla
Located north of Kandy and considered by most to be the center point of Sri Lanka, Dambulla is a town built around a vast isolated rock mass and a World Heritage City, declared by UNESCO.
This complex of caves at Dambulla is one of the most impressive Buddhist Temples in the world.
Dambulla Viharaya contains an abundance of valuable material from the very earliest times till the late eighteenth century, and shows the evolution of the Sinhalese Buddhist art.
www.tourslanka.com /Dambulla.htm   (290 words)

  
 Archived conservation news articles on Dambulla
Dambulla: South African captain Graeme Smith won the toss and decided to bat in the third One-dayer against Sri Lanka in Dambulla.
DAMBULLA (Sri Lanka): Wet weather is set to produce a fast, bowler-friendly pitch for the opening one-day international between Sri Lanka and England on Tuesday...
Dambulla, July 16: Indian captain Sourav Ganguly won the toss and elected to bat against the UAE in the Asia Cup cricket one-day international at the Dambulla...
conservation.mongabay.com /files/Dambulla.htm   (11725 words)

  
 The Cave Temples of Dambulla   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Dambulla or the Golden Rock is a cave temple, which dates back to the 1st century BC.
Dambulla is a vast isolated rock mass and it was here that King Valagam Bahu took refuge in the 1st century B.C. He later turned the caves into a rock temple.
Some of the frescoes are over 2,000 years old and there is a colossal figure of the recumbent Buddha carved out of the living rock, some 14 meter long.
www.slmts.slt.lk /dambulla.htm   (161 words)

  
 Sri Lanka Travel Portal for Cheap Hotel & Villa - Kandy   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
The ancient monastery at Dambulla is the best known for it's rock temple and it's great cycle of well-preserved 18th century paintings.
The monastery at Dambulla was established in the 3rd Century BCE and has remained until today one of Sri Lanka's major religious and historical sites, with a containing history of more than 2000 years.
Dambulla is located, 72km (45 miles) north of Kandy and 148km from Colombo.
thecolombo.com /data/dambulla.htm   (185 words)

  
 History and Heritage- Dambulla   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Dambulla is sited on a gigantic rock which towers more than 160m above the surrounding land.
Dambulla was designated a World Heritage site in 1991.
A new large white Buddha (similar to the ones in Kandy and Mihintale) is planned for Dambulla.
www.mysrilanka.com /travel/history/dambulla.htm   (222 words)

  
 dambulla - dambulla Directory   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Dambulla is a world heritage site in Sri Lanka, located north of Kandy in Matale district (), or 12 miles south west of Sigiriya, on the Matale-Anuradhapura Road.
The city of Dambulla is situated in the Central Province of Sri Lanka, the city is situated 148...
Dambulla is a part of the Cultural Triangle declared by UNESCO is on the main road from Sigiriya...
cior.info /dambulla.html   (289 words)

  
 Archived conservation news articles on Dambulla
Dambulla: Sourav Ganguly became the third batsman to cross the 10,000 mark in One-day cricket with a patiently crafted half-century as India posted a...
DAMBULLA (Sri Lanka) — The one-day triangular series and Dambulla are feeling the after-effects of the floods in Mumbai — a city that incidentally is not...
Dambulla: All the natural beauty of the surrounds of Dambulla and the fact that white elephants tend to wander across the busy Colombo-Sigiriya Highway is of...
conservation.mongabay.com /news/Dambulla.htm   (5205 words)

  
 Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium
Dambulla International Cricket Stadium is the newest cricket venue in Sri Lanka.
A view of the Rangiri Dambulla mountain from the main stand of the Rangiri Dambulla stadium in Sri Lanka
The scoreboard end of the ground at the Rangiri Dambulla stadium in Sri Lanka.
www.cricinfo.com /db/NATIONAL/SL/SLC/VENUES/DAMBULLA_STADIUM.html   (229 words)

  
 Cheap Dambulla Accommodation - - PetitMonde
Set in close proximity to all cultural and archaeological sites of Sri Lanka, Amaya Lake Dambulla is situated amidst the picturesque surrounding of Kandalama Lake.
The property is a short stroll to all major attractions in and around Dambulla.
The resort is an ideal place to enjoy and relax with friends or with family.
www.petitmonde.co.uk /hotels.aspx?city=Dambulla   (300 words)

  
 Resources on Dambulla academic institutions
Main Attractions: Like Sigiriya, Dambulla is a vast isolated rock mass, which houses a rock temple (formerly caves).
Kandalama Hotel: The new 'Dambulla' wing is screened by vegetation and the ramped ascent to the cave-like entrance and through the rock to the first lounge is still full of
Mineral tender bender: His letter stated that the plant is situated at Dambulla and that the processing of...
mongabay.org /conservation/Dambulla.htm   (1515 words)

  
 Amaya Lake Hotel - Dambulla, Sri Lanka   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Built amongst 12 hectares of natural dry zone vegetation overlooking the picturesque Kandalama Lake, Culture Club Resorts Dambulla is a totally luxurious location with the character of an old Sri Lankan village.
Located 160 km from Colombo at the historic town of Dambulla, Culture Club Resorts Dambulla is in close proximity to many cultural and archaeological sites, making it idyllic for leisure travelers.
Comprised of 92 luxuriously appointed rooms replete with all the necessary modern amenities, guests are guaranteed to have the most enjoyable stay during their visit to Colombo.
worldwide-hotel-reservation.com /sri-lanka/dambulla/amaya-lake-hotel   (215 words)

  
 Venue - RANGIRI DAMBULLA INTERNATIONAL STADIUM   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
The picturesque Dambulla Stadium, looking over the Dambulla Tank (reservoir) and the Dambulla Rock, is the newest cricket venue in Sri Lanka.
The first one-day international match played at Dambulla was on March 23, 2001, when Sri Lanka took on England.
Batting first, Sri Lanka has won all their matches in Dambulla, but have only chased successfully thrice in seven tries.
www.tensports.com /trination/venue.htm   (327 words)

  
 Dambulla Hotels Sri Lanka, Hotels in Dambulla, Budget Accommodation in Sri Lanka, 5 star hotels in Dambulla - Maps of ...
Dambulla Hotels Sri Lanka, Hotels in Dambulla, Budget Accommodation in Sri Lanka, 5 star hotels in Dambulla - Maps of Dambulla, Sri Lanka.
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www.eglobe-hotels.com /selecthotel.asp?cityid=158&partnerid=85   (191 words)

  
 Kaladiya, Dambulla, Sri Lanka
Kaladiya, Dambulla - check availability and book online for Kaladiya in Dambulla, Sri Lanka - visit Boutique Sri Lanka now for more details.
Kaladiya in Dambulla: Relaxed, country style villa, off the beaten track yet within comfortable reach of all the treasures of Sri Lanka's Cultural Triangle.
A car/driver is necessary to do justice to the area, and a reliable local guide at each point of interest is well worth the extra cost.
www.boutiquesrilanka.com /hotel-overview.php?HotelId=27   (354 words)

  
 Dambulla   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Of all the cave temples in Sri Lanka, the five caves that form the Raja Maha Vihara at the village of Dambulla, by far is the most impressive.
Dambulla is about 12 miles south west of Sigiriya, on the Matale-Anuradhapura Road.
The largest cave carries some 48 statues of Lord Buddha alone, with statues of some Hindu gods, (Vishnu and Saman).
www.infolanka.com /photo/vol2/Dambul01.htm   (129 words)

  
 Cheap Hotels in Dambulla Accomodation Dambulla Hotels   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
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www.cheaperthanhotels.co.uk /Sri_Lanka/Dambulla   (243 words)

  
 Dambulla, Sigiriya, Anuradhapura and the Sacred City
The intricately decorated Hindu temple was first; its tower adorned in Hindu deities was a sight to behold.
Reclining Buddha’s were in every chamber, hundreds of Buddha’s in different poses carved from solid rock were surrounded by the finely decorated walls and ceilings of the solid rock chambers.
On the 2nd we were picked up at our hotel and took off on our four hour journey to Colombo airport ready for a bit of a holiday and a rest in the Maldives.
www.travelblog.org /Asia/Sri-Lanka/Anuradhapura/blog-43457.html   (755 words)

  
 Hotels in Dambulla - Accomadation in Dambulla - Guaranteed Best Rates !!
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The property is a short stroll to all major...
www.cheaperthanhotels.com /Sri_Lanka/Dambulla   (306 words)

  
 Bernard Tours and Travels :::..   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
After city tour in Anuradhapura Proceed to Dambulla.
Evening dinner and over night stay in Dambulla Hotel.
Then proceed to Kandy en-route visiting spice garden where you can see the luscious Cinnamon, Cardamoms, Pepper Plants, Ayurvedic Herbs and etc. You also can buy these spices and have ayurvedic treatments too.
www1.lankae.com /bernardtours/ds.php   (737 words)

  
 Kandalama, Dambulla, Sri Lanka
Kandalama, Dambulla - check availability and book online for Kandalama in Dambulla, Sri Lanka - visit Boutique Sri Lanka now for more details.
Kandalama in Dambulla: A satisfying marriage of boutique luxury and ecological responsibility within a Geoffrey Bawa hotel.
Located in a region of Sri Lanka's outstanding natural beauty.
www.boutiquesrilanka.com /hotel-rooms.php?HotelId=186   (223 words)

  
 Worldworx Travel - Sri Lanka - Images -The Ancient Cities - Dambulla
Worldworx Travel - Sri Lanka - Images -The Ancient Cities - Dambulla
Worldworx Travel> Sri Lanka> Images> The Ancient Cities> Dambulla
Reproduction in whole or in part in any form or medium without written permission of Worldworx is prohibited.
www.worldworx.tv /srilanka/dc/theancientcities/dambulla   (59 words)

  
 Dambulla - Find, Compare, and Buy at Shopping.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Dambulla - Find, Compare, and Buy at Shopping.com
Richard I'Anson Prints - Buddha Statues in Cave Temple, Dambulla, Sri...
Swarovski Crystal Dambulla Light Topaz NEW 2006 #677618
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 TrekEarth | Dambulla Stadium Photo
I took this shot at a cricket match in one of the beautiful stadiums in the cricketing world.
I have to agree, this shot has excellent colors and clarity.
Very nice but the stadium grass might have been included in the frame.
www.trekearth.com /gallery/Asia/Sri_Lanka/photo103640.htm   (172 words)

  
 Culture Club Dambulla Hotel - Dambulla - Culture Club Dambulla Hotel Reviews - TripAdvisor
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 Amaya Lake Dambulla : Dambulla : Sri Lanka - Hotels Guide by BootsnAll
Amaya Lake Dambulla : Dambulla : Sri Lanka - Hotels Guide by BootsnAll
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 Dambulla Cave Temples Photo Gallery by Alex Meeres at pbase.com
Dambulla Cave Temples Photo Gallery by Alex Meeres at pbase.com
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Dambulla's Golden Buddha, as well as the thousand-year-old cave temples atop the nearby hill.
www.pbase.com /alexjet/dambulla   (33 words)

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