Located in close vicinity of the Bandaranaike International Airport
, not far from the Negombo town, the Angurukaramulla Temple is visited by many tourists. The temple is well known for its Buddha statue standing 6 metres high.
As you enter this famed site you will see the gigantic sculpture of a dragon at the base of the entrance, as if to shield the temple from evil spirits. Right from the entrance the temple portrays a unique style. The ancient murals and the historic paintings are also much talked about elements of this attraction. As you exit and enter the premises your eyes would not fail to notice the collection of Buddha statues gifted by devotees.
Its unique design, the ornate statues and the colourfully painted deities on the ceiling of the shrine room add to the historic and artistic value of the site. Towards the side of the shrine room is another important part of the temple displaying stories from the "Mahavansa" of the queens and kings that once ruled the country. The Siddha Sooniyam Devale that is attached to the temple premises is visited by Hindu followers in the area and is a famed Hindu place of worship attracting more in numbers than other Hindu shrines do.
On your trip to this beautiful island you are assured of three things. The culture and the history brought about by the likes of Agurukaramulla temple, the warmth and hospitality of the people and the beautiful, gleaming sun that bathes the landscape in a warm tropical glow.
The Negombo area is well known for its views of the Indian Ocean and the beautiful hotels that line the beach road. You can easy find an affordable hotel in Negombo scattered among the long beach stretch the town boasts of. With interesting dining options found on either side of the roads, Negombo has something for everyone. Those in search of Negombo hotel that offers a peaceful coastal sanctuary away from the hustle and bustle can stay at Club Hotel Dolphin which has been built encompassing the best the west coast of Sri Lanka has to offer.