Maduwanwela Walawwa

One of the best preserved colonial era district headman houses in the country. Incredible stories of the history, architecture and building techniques at display. A must visit place to study Sri Lankan heritage.

You will be amazed after looking architecture of Maduwanwela Walawwa. The walking path for the maduwanwala walawwa will give an peaceful escape feeling. The carvings of walawwa are amazing. The surrounding area is full of trees and it add more color to walawwa. This is very nice place for history lovers.

Maduwanwela Walawwa is a historic mansion that showcases the legacy of a powerful clan in colonial Sri Lanka. The Walawwa has impressive mosaic floors, antique furniture, and a courthouse. It is a fascinating place to learn about the culture and history of the region. The Walawwa was built in the 1700s and expanded by Maduwanwela Maha Disawe, who was known as the Dark Prince of Ceylon.

One of the best places to visit great atmosphere and very big mansion to look and just get that ancient feeling. In conclusion completely worth. (and free)

This ancient bungalow and the building complex was built in 18th century and since was subject to continuous renovations under different regimes. Originally owned by an area-head under the king's rule. There's a court room where cases were heard and judged by the village head. The architecture, specially the mosaic art is fascinating. A nice example of the impact of colonial influence on country's constructions.

Recommended to spend at least 2 hours to get the full experience and cover the full complex.

Fascinating piece of architecture. A very good illustration of the rich society of ancient Ceylon. The walawwa in its full glory had consisted of 121 rooms and 21 courtyards. There has even been a room for mensuration period of females. 😅

The Maduwanwela family dates back to the 16th century. The peak of the family was during James Maduwanwela in 1844. Since the family did not have male descendants after his death in 1940, the premises was handed over to the Archaeological department in 1974.

There are no tickets and informational posters are placed around the premises. A visit here is highly recommended.

This is the bungalow of the local leader of this area around British ruling era. He acted against English and had good praise from the local people. This used to be a huge bungalow with over 100 rooms, but now a small portion of it remains. It’s informative and certainly worth a visit if you happen to be in the neighborhood. No entry tickets. A parking area is available but drive carefully from entrance to parking lot since the gravel road is in pretty bad state. Some officials from the archeological department are available there. Ask them for information, they’ll guide you. No point of just visiting without proper information on each section of the property. It take around 40 mins to complete the tour.

Old mansion located in the city of Kolonna (Rathnapura district). This was built in 1700 and was occupied until 1905. Architectural masterpiece located in the centre of 7 acres garden.

Good archeology site to understand wlawwa system in Sri Lanka

Historical Place with great value. archaeology department has taken good care of this place. You must visit this place to see and underatand how our noble leaders lived their lives. Recommend to take your children. Place is located in large land surrounded by huge trees with gigantic stems. Whole land is spread more than 5 acres.

Grate historical places which we can understand the situation in that time period. Over 300 years ago this has built. Better before you visit, if you get to know the history of this place. No need to pay for entering

Need official's attention to renovate this place with assuring antion values. Must secure this place for future generations.

Historical place near suriyakanda. this place have more than 300 years.
The residential complex of maduwanwala disawa, built in later 17th century. Interesting place for anybody keen in Sri lakan history Free entrence . Open from 0900 to 1630 hrs,not open in Tuesda.

An ancient house with a proud historical story. Places are numbered and follow the numbers to get rid of missing anything.

There are two main roads to reach this place. From Embilipitiya road is the easiest and road condition is good. From Sooriyakanda road is very difficult but beautiful. If you're coming from the Embilipitiya road, don't forget to visit Panamure Elephant Kraal which is always connected with Maduwanwela Walawwa in ancient time.

Parking is available for 20-30 vehicles. No ticketings. Entrance free.

Maduwanwala Walawwa was constructed in 1700 during the reign of King Wimaladharmasuriya II. During early 20th century, this Walawwa was strengthened with 121 rooms & court room. This complex has a nice serene environment and some fine architecture which existed in colonial era. Maduwanwala Walawwa is open for the general public from 8 am to 5 pm. It is not required to purchase a ticket to enter the premises.

This majestic walawwa was built by Maduwanwela Maha Mohottala in 1700 AC in King Vinaladharmasooriya II 's reign.
A large building with it's own temple, a court of law, and hundreds of rooms of which today remains only few parts in it's original majestic condition.
The current walawwa also houses a small museum which concerns maduwanwala family details & property within it's premises.

An archaeological monument which is represent sri lankan pride.. Plz read about this place before visit.. parking available inside,washroom available and no entrance charges.. Plz protect this place for future generation..

This is a very historical place. You can know lot of historical things in this place.

Ancient family named as 'Maduwanwela Disawe' ruled around Embilipitiya,Kolonna,Udawalawa area, this is their home, built with more than 120 rooms available for different peoples, also famous for mosaic designs they have plastered to ground floor with pieces of porcelain plates, the value of this house was maximize by its rare piece of porcelain include the portrait photo of queen of the England

What a calm place to Visit. It will make Sri Lankan’s proud about the architecture of house.

Wow place to visit. There is a small lake in this area you can visit also it