Visit Sabaragamuwa Province


The Sabaragamuwa Province of Sri Lanka is a lush and vibrant region in the south-west of the country. It's home to spectacular mountain scenery, beautiful beaches, and diverse wildlife, making it an ideal vacation spot for nature lovers. For those looking to experience a bit of cultural history, the ancient cities of Ratnapura and Balangoda have plenty to offer.

Among the most popular tourist spots are Sinharaja Forest Reserve, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site comprised of dense jungle full of exotic plants and animals; Kalthota National Park, containing one of Sri Lanka's largest waterfalls; Udawalawe National Park with its sizable elephant population; and Kitulgala forest reserve where visitors can go white-water rafting or explore its stunning greenery.

For those interested in historical sites in Sabaragamuwa Province there's Belilena Cave which dates back to 37000 BC - one of the oldest human settlements ever discovered in Sri Lanka - as well as many other ancient cities such as Kalawana, Wariyapola and Moneragala. All these sites provide an insight into early Sri Lankan civilization.
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