SANKAPALA TEMPLE - 5 KM

Sankapali temple is a popular historical temple which is having number of evidence of Kandyan Kings era. Also it is having a a picturesque scenic location. One side is adjoined to a dense jungle which is a part of the mountain, Because of the existence of the charismatic Devalaya (believed to be added in Kandy era) it was also known as “Kuda Kataragama”. Folklore said this temple was built by Fussadewa, one of the famous ten- giant heroes in the army of King Dutugemunu, hoarding his lucky conch shell.