After a four-hour drive from Colombo via Rathnapura, Pelmadulla and Udawalawe junction, you can reach the sixth largest animal sanctuary of Sri Lanka - the Udawalawe National Park. The park encloses an area of 30,821 hectares, and is bordered by the Southern and Uva provinces. When the Udawalawe reservoir was constructed, many animals lost their natural habitats. As a result, in 1972 this area was declared as a national park.Another reason for Udawalawe to be considered for elephant reservation, was to ensure the availability of water, from the Udawalwe reservoir and Mau Ara basin, even in the driest periods. This park is a popular travel destination among locals as well as foreigners, and is open throughout the year.
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