Ratnapura
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Ratnapura is the capital city of Sabaragamuwa Province, located on the Kalu Ganga (Black River) in south-central Sri Lanka, some 101 km southeast of the country's capital, Colombo. It means City of Gems.
See
Adam's Peak2243-metre mountain located 28 km away
KitulgalaNearby village on the Kelani River where The Bridge on the River Kwai was filmed.
Sinharaja Forest ReserveA national park and a biodiversity hotspot which has been designated a Biosphere Reserve and World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Waterfalls
Bopath EllaA pair of waterfalls which attract visitors from all over the country. You are allowed to bathe in this waterfall, but be warned that flash floods may appear in a matter of minutes.
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Katugas Ella
address: MahawalawattaA popular water fall among locals. -
Kirindi Ella
address: Pelmadulla Main road - PelmadullaThe seventh highest waterfall in Sri Lanka. RajanawaThis beautiful seenary been captured in few famous Sinhala films.
Do
- Visit some of the showrooms where you can purchase local gems
- Arrange a visit to some gem mines through some of the local guesthouses
- Visit local gem market most mornings except "poya" days in Newitigala (40 minutes drive away) up to 15:00.
Eat
Local specialties include a type of palm candy.
Go next
- Newitigala, 40 minute drive away