- Ritigala Forest Monastery - Ritigala can be reached from the turn-off from Habarana- Anuradhapura Road at a distance of 12km from Habarana.
Ritigala Mountain at a height of 766 m above the sea-level is the highest mountain in the north-central dry plains of Sri Lanka. The mountain mass about three miles long and about two miles wide at its widest point is covered with dense jungle inhabited by wild elephants, leopards and bears. It is the watershed of the Malwatu Oya which feeds the Nachaduwa tank and Kalueba Ela which feeds Huruluwewa. The Ritigala Mountain has been declared a Strict Natural Reserve in order to maintain its pristine environment. Ritigala mountain’s cloud cover and mist that cloth it most of the year round has resulted in a flora much more commonly found at the central hills of wet zone than those in the dry plains: the upper part of the mountain is well known for its flora, some of which are rare; it has also a range of wild orchids.
- Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Service of an English-speaking chauffeur guide.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- 1-Liter Water Bottles Per Person.
- Entrance tickets.
- Food and beverages
- Gratuities.
(SKU: LK60062400) Ritigala stands as the tallest peak within the arid north-central flatlands of Sri Lanka. Subsequently, your journey will take you to Kala Wewa, a reservoir nourished by the venerable Yoda Canal, a testament to historical engineering prowess. In the vicinity of the water body lies the renowned Avukana Buddha Statue. Ultimately, your tour will culminate at the Jathika Namal Uyana, the premier ironwood forest and pink quartz range on the Asian continent.
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