One of the most important places of religious veneration and pilgrimage in Sri Lanka for over a thousand years. The Buddha is believed to have visited this beautiful mountain during one of his visits to the Island. The large footprint on top of the mountain symbolizes this visit, and hence this holy mountain is named 'Sri Pada'- the Sacred Footprint. Others believe that it is the footprint of Adam when he first set foot on this earth - Hence the name 'Adam's Peak' the Hindu's believe it is the footprint of the Hindu God Lord Shiva, there is also a belief that it is St. Thomas the apostle from India who set foot here. So, this Sacred Mountain brings many religious beliefs together. The climb up to the temple at the top of this 2225 meter high peak along its seemingly limitless steps is a very special experience and watching the breathtaking sunrise from the top will be unforgettable. The best period to climb Sri Pada is between December and April.
One of the most important places of religious veneration and pilgrimage in Sri Lanka for over a thousand years. The Buddha is believed to have visited this beautiful mountain during one of his visits to the Island. The large footprint on top of the mountain symbolizes this visit, and hence this holy mountain is named 'Sri Pada'- the Sacred Footprint. Others believe that it is the footprint of Adam when he first set foot on this earth - Hence the name 'Adam's Peak' the Hindu's believe it is the footprint of the Hindu God Lord Shiva, there is also a belief that it is St. Thomas the apostle from India who set foot here. So, this Sacred Mountain brings many religious beliefs together. The climb up to the temple at the top of this 2225 meter high peak along its seemingly limitless steps is a very special experience and watching the breathtaking sunrise from the top will be unforgettable. The best period to climb Sri Pada is between December and April.
