Ritigala, Sri Lanka

 Myth, Legend, Superstition, Truth...

I've been to the mountain

Ritigala, the tallest mountain in Sri Lanka's northern province, is steeped in legend and mythical history.

Ancient monks, noted for keen insight, austere disciplines and artful ayurvedic healing skills, were the doctors and teachers of their day.
 

 

Giants too...

 

Some pix from my three visits...

Kosala, my side kick and trusty pard...

 

Ancient footprints everywhere...

You can see forever...

Magical herbs, flying monkeys, battleground for dueling giants, meditating monks, lost technologies, sanctuary of kings...

              Goodnight for now, your highness