Sasseruwa Buddha (Ras Vehera)
A tall, unfinished standing Buddha hewn into a rock face amid an old cave monastery, said in legend to be the abandoned twin of the nearby Aukana statue.
At a glance
- Entry fee: Small entry fee
- Opening hours: Daylight hours
- Time needed: 45 minutes to 1 hour
- Best time: Daytime
Getting there
At Sasseruwa near Kekirawa, about 11km from the Aukana statue.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does it cost to visit Sasseruwa Buddha (Ras Vehera)?
- Small entry fee.
- What are the opening hours at Sasseruwa Buddha (Ras Vehera)?
- Daylight hours.
- How long should I spend at Sasseruwa Buddha (Ras Vehera)?
- Plan for 45 minutes to 1 hour.
- When is the best time to visit Sasseruwa Buddha (Ras Vehera)?
- Daytime.
- How do I get to Sasseruwa Buddha (Ras Vehera)?
- At Sasseruwa near Kekirawa, about 11km from the Aukana statue.