Adam's Peak

Adam’s Peak (Sri Pada) – The Sacred Mountain of Blessings and Pilgrimage

Discover the spiritual majesty of Adam’s Peak, one of Sri Lanka’s most revered pilgrimage sites and a symbol of peace, faith, and unity. Rising 2,243 meters above sea level, this holy mountain is famous for the sacred footprint at its summit, believed by Buddhists to be the footprint of Lord Gautama Buddha, placed during his third visit to Sri Lanka.

According to Buddhist tradition, all four previous Buddhas of this world cycle — Kakusandha, Konagamana, Kassapa, and Gautama Buddha — visited this sacred peak, blessing the land and leaving spiritual significance that continues to inspire millions of pilgrims.

Adam’s Peak is unique for its multi-religious importance:

Buddhists honor it as the Sri Pada, the Sacred Footprint of the Buddha.

Hindus believe it to be the footprint of Lord Shiva.

Muslims and Christians identify it as the footprint of Adam when he first set foot on Earth after leaving paradise.

The climb to the top, often done before dawn, is a profound journey of devotion and reflection. Reaching the summit rewards you with the legendary “shadow of the peak” at sunrise — a perfect triangular shadow cast across the misty valleys below — one of the most magical natural sights in Sri Lanka.

Whether you seek spiritual meaning, adventure, or breathtaking scenery, Adam’s Peak offers a once-in-a-lifetime experience, combining nature, faith, and centuries-old tradition.