Adam's Peak
Sri Pada, or Adam’s Peak, is sacred to all four religious groups in Sri Lanka – the Buddhists, Hindus, Muslims, and the Christians. During the climbing season from December to April, thousands of devotees from many faiths make the pilgrimage to the peak of this 2,234 meter mountain. Young and old give courage to each other and recite traditional stanzas while climbing to the peak. The climb is best attempted at night where you reach the mountain top to see the sunrise and the awe-inspiring view from the top.
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Sri padaya is also called Adam's peak. ( Sinhalese call Samanalakanda, Tamils call sivanolipatha Malai) It is situated in the ratnapura district of the Sabaragamuwa province. There are six trails to access to the mountain ( Hatton Nallathanni, Kuruwita – Erathna, Rathnapura – Pallabaddala, Murraywatte, Mookuwatte and Malimboda) These access are popular among tourists. Sri pada is 2243m ( 7359 ft) tall.
Peak of this historical mountain has the sacred footprint it was identified by Buddhists as the footprint of Lord Buddha. Climbing start 1 am and estimate back time 10 am. Among this climbing we can pass water falls,Tea gardens and most beautiful valleys are there natural gifts are meet us.
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