Kegalle

Kegalle

About Kegalle

Picturesque hill country town famous for Pinnawala elephant orphanage and rubber plantations.

Kegalle is a major hill country district and administrative town in the Sabaragamuwa Province of Sri Lanka, positioned strategically along the main Colombo-Kandy highway. Set amidst rolling emerald hills, rubber estates, and spice plantations, Kegalle serves as a lush gateway to the central mountain highlands. The district is globally famous for hosting the world-renowned Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, which has welcomed millions of international visitors eager to observe rescued and orphaned Asian elephants. In addition to Pinnawala, Kegalle district features stunning mountain vistas, ancient rock temples, and rich agricultural heritage. With its pleasant tropical climate tempered by highland elevations, Kegalle provides a serene, culturally rich environment for travelers journeying between the western lowlands and central hills.

Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, Rubber & Tea Plantations, Mountain Vistas

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