The traveller interested in exploring Sri Lanka arts has a plethora of attractions to visit. The talents of ancient Sri Lanka artists are reflected in various paintings seen in historic landmarks. To witness the marvellous creations of Sri Lankan artists take a sightseeing tour in the country.
Noted for its distinctive characteristics among Sri Lanka’s indigenous arts and crafts, Kandyan art is very much associated with Buddhist temples. This style of paintings come in the form of frescoes, lacquer wood paintings and wall paintings. If you visit the Hindagala temple in Peradeniya you will see wall paintings belonging to various periods. However, the whole subject of Buddhist paintings in Sri Lanka is rooted in history and falls into two distinct periods; the Kandyan and the Classical. The highly popular fresco paintings of Sigiriya are the best preserved example of the classical style.