- Vessagiriya’s original name was most likely Isurumuniya, but the name was already given to another monastery.
- Vessagiriya is one of the sites where a sapling from the Sri Maha Bodhi tree was planted.
- Vessagiriya has remains of 23 caves used by monks, along with other monastery buildings
- Vessagiriya is a unique example of Pabbatha Vihara architecture, built using natural rock formations.
- Unlike other sites in Anuradhapura, Vessagiriya is less visited by tourists, making it a peaceful and serene place.
- Vessagiriya is located on a small hill, and the summit offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.