The Angurukaramulla Temple is a very cool place to visit if you're in Negombo. It's best known for its epic statue of the Buddha, and its dragon-entrance - inside you find detailed murals that date back centuries. There is also a 300+ year old ruin of a historic library here, covered in moss.

The Buddha statue out front is six meters tall. You walk through the dragon's mouth to enter the temple - the dragon is supposed to ward off evil spirits.

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Ceylon Kingsmen Garden Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Nice, humble garden style accommodation. Quiet and relaxing. All the staff are helpful. Though most of them speak minimal english, they did their best to assist us in everything we needed. Airport drop-off available for a very reasonable fee."

Terrace Green Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"We had an excellent stay. The staff were exceptionally friendly, attentive, and always willing to help – we felt welcome from the moment we arrived. The dinner at the restaurant was outstanding, both in quality and service. Breakfast was generous, with a choice between a traditional Sri Lankan breakfast, an American breakfast, or a continental one – all fresh and delicious. We would highly recommend this hotel and would be happy to stay here again."