The Dambulla Cave Temple, also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla, is the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Carved into a massive granite outcrop rising 160 metres above the surrounding plains in central Sri Lanka, the temple has been a sacred pilgrimage site for over 22 centuries, dating back to the 1st century BCE. The complex comprises five sacred caves containing an extraordinary collection of 153 Buddha statues, three statues of Sri Lankan kings, and four statues of gods, alongside breathtaking ancient frescoes covering 2,100 square metres of ceilings and walls. This immersive 360° virtual tour lets you explore all five cave shrines — including the Cave of the Divine King and the Great New Monastery — from your browser, completely free.
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