Ella Nature Walk | Ancient Temple Meditation

Discover True Peace and Pure Stillness

Chief Monk - Kottegoda Gnanananda Thero

Venerable Kottegoda Gnanananda Thero serves as the Chief Incumbent of Yahalamadiththa Ancient Temple, a peaceful forest temple located near Ella. He is dedicated to preserving the temple's spiritual heritage, supporting the local community, and providing a quiet environment for contemplation and reflection.

Your Hosts At Yahalamadiththa Temple

A shared journey of heritage, observation, and reflection.

Nuwan Buddika - Researcher, Writer & Program Facilitator

Nuwan Buddika is an independent researcher and author exploring perception, mental fabrication, and contemplative traditions through the Beyond The Illusion project. He facilitates discussions and guided observation sessions designed to help visitors examine experience, attention, and daily life from a fresh perspective.

Our mission

To create meaningful experiences that combine nature, contemplation, and authentic cultural heritage in a peaceful temple environment.

Our vision

To become a place where visitors discover not only the beauty of Sri Lanka, but also the value of observation, stillness, and understanding.