Mihintale

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Top 1% of attractions in Sri Lanka
9 / 10

3 expert reviews

“Today, a climb of almost 2,000 wide granite steps will bring you to the three peaks atop the 'mountain of Mahinda', which taken together, provide a 360˚ view of the countryside below.”

– Afar Magazine

Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"A ceremonial staircase climbs past pools, monastery ruins and rock inscriptions to reach two large dagobas. " Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"The 1,840-step staircase of Mihintale leads up the historical hillside from which Buddhism spread through Ceylon following the conversion of King Anuradhapura by the Indian Mahinda in the 3C BCE. " Full review