Mihintale
3 expert reviews
“Today, a climb of almost 2,000 wide granite steps will bring you to the three peaks atop the 'mountain of Mahinda', which taken together, provide a 360˚ view of the countryside below.”
– Afar Magazine
Lonely Planet
"A ceremonial staircase climbs past pools, monastery ruins and rock inscriptions to reach two large dagobas. " Full review
Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"The 1,840-step staircase of Mihintale leads up the historical hillside from which Buddhism spread through Ceylon following the conversion of King Anuradhapura by the Indian Mahinda in the 3C BCE. " Full review