Experts' Choice Award Avukana Buddha Statue
What the experts agree on
A breathtaking 40-foot standing Buddha carved directly from granite cliff face, connected only by its back and one elbow—a remarkable engineering feat that makes the dramatic ascent worthwhile.
Lonely Planet "To the side of the Ambasthale Dagoba is a flight of rock-carved steps leading to this large white sitting-Buddha statue." Full review
Lonely Planet "This big standing Buddha statue is at the Gokana Temple." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Climb a small hillock to admire the colossal 13m/40ft-high standing Buddha, carved out of the granite cliff face to which it is connected only by the back and one elbow...a breath-taking sight." Full review
