Built during the reign of King Valagamba in the Anuradhapura period, this ancient cave-complex was believed to shelter up to 500 queens�hence its name, �Sthreepura� or �City of Women.� Nestled within granite rock, the temple features a natural stone arch, historic cave paintings from 1935, and a crystal-clear pool inside the cave
From Pitagaldeniya Junction on the Galigamuwa�Avissawella Road, drive 3?km to Hollombuwa village and then walk a short uphill path to reach the temple .
The temple features colorful Dravidian-style architecture and houses a sacred spring believed to be where Sita bathed during her captivity. It is one of the few Hindu temples in Sri Lanka dedicated specifically to Sita Amman.
