Which mountain with a sacred footprint draws pilgrims of several faiths?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Sri Pada, also called Adam's Peak
- Step 1: Sri Pada rises to about 2,243 metres and pilgrims climb it at night to see the sunrise. Answer: Sri Pada, also called Adam's Peak. Why not the others: Pidurutalagala is the highest peak but not a pilgrim mountain, Ritigala is a forest monastery and the Knuckles range is a hiking area.
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