Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
A three-wheeler from Matale to Aluvihara will cost about Rs 500 return, including wait-
ing time; the bus fare is Rs 10.
Matale Heritage Centre
CULTURAL CENTRE
( 222 2404;33 Sir Richard Aluvihara Mawatha; 9am-4pm Mon-Sat)
This crafts centre draws on the rich traditions of the area, producing quality batik, em-
broidery, carpentry and brasswork. It occupies a sprawling compound of bungalows, work-
shops and gardens up in a forest. The centre's kitchen does meals for groups of four (book
by phone a day ahead); it costs Rs 1000 per person for a banquet of many rices and curries.
It's located 2km north of Matale, up a side road off the A9 highway. A three-wheeler
from Matale will cost about Rs 400 return, including waiting time.
Sri Muthumariamman Thevasthanam
HINDU TEMPLE
(admission Rs 200; 6am-1pm, 4-8pm)
Just north of the bus stop for Kandy (at the north end of town) is this interesting Hindu
temple. A priest will show you the five enormous, colourful ceremonial chariots pulled
along by people during an annual festival.
