Location: 300 kms from Colombo Total Area: 58, 849 hectares Main Attractions: Purple Monkey, Sambhur, Reptiles, Birds
This park with a total area of 58,849 hectares is located in the Dry Zone and is
300 k.m. away from Colombo. Apart from a wide variety of wildlife including some
endemic birds species and reptiles, the park is also rich in ancient ruins.
Among the important animals found here mention may be made of the purple monkey
and the Sambhur, a member of the cat family.
How to Explore the Park?
The best best way to explore the park is on a four wheeled vehicle.
Accessibility
Trains and buses are available from Colombo. You can also hire a tourist cab,
but the best way to reach your destination is by the railway.
Where to Stay?
Tourists can stay at the bunglows maintained by the Department of Wildlife
Conservation.