Pahiyangala
Pahiyanlena is a prehistoric site discovered by the Archaeological Department of Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka has been a rich source for the studies of prehistoric humans in the world. Pahiyanlena or pahiyangala is a famous place among History students as well as tourists.
Pahiyangala Location
Pahiyangala is situated near Bulathsinhala. It is a town in Kalutara district which is a district of Western province. There are lots of places to visit in Kalutara and also many things to do as a traveler You can get to Kalutara or Bulathsinhala in lots of ways. It is not a long way from Colombo as this town is less than 100km from Colombo. There are lots of public transports as well as well-maintained roads to get here on your own vehicle. But, you will have to take extra effort to get to the site as the road is a bit narrow in the death part.
Phiyan Monk
Pahiyanlena’s name is derived from the name of a Chinese traveling monk who used to stay here. It is said he has been staying here for some time in his tour. The cave is situated in an elevated top which is about 250ft high. Pahiyan monk is not the only thing that made this place an important one.
Things to do in Pahiyangala
Important location for people who are searching about History in Sri Lanka
There is a lot of evidence which have been discovered from this cave. There have been 37000 years old skeletons in this cave. Those skeletons are confirmed by the carbon test. There are lots of skeletons and excavations which can be seen in your visit. There is a skeleton of an elephant as well. If you need to have a closer look, it will be possible to get into the sites and observe the excavations as well.
Hiking to pahiyangala
Hiking is always a part in this travel as this site and the cave have situated in an upper level. If you wish to extend your trip to hiking, it will be a joyful one. Pahiyangala rock is a rock forest that can entertain you with its magic. There are streams from where you can have water.
Is there a place to have a nature bath in Pahiyangala ?
If you are looking for a swim in this tour, you will find many streams and water ponds to have a bath. It has to be lucky to be the right time in the year as these little streams dry at some dry seasons as well.
There is a golden Lord Buddha statue near Pahiyanlena. Within the site, You can experience another beautiful incident. There is a waterfall pouring down in front of the cave and it will also a different but beautiful experience for those who are visiting.
