Embilipitiya Travel Essentials
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"Beautiful Town of Ratnapura"
Embilipitiya Tourism
Nestled in the heart of Sri Lanka's Southern Province, Embilipitiya is approximately 195 km southeast of Colombo and serves as a gateway to some of the island's most stunning natural landscapes. Known for its lush greenery and proximity to Udawalawe National Park, this town is ideal for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers.
A key reason to visit is the chance to see elephants in their natural habitat, making it a perfect spot for safari experiences. Back in the 70s, the town only featured two to three small boutiques. And because of the Udawalawe development project, the town is now thriving, and it boasts one of the modern infrastructures in Sri Lanka.
Now, because of the Greater Hambantota development project, it is turning out to be a commercial centre and a central hub in the country. This agricultural town is very close to Mattala International Airport as the six-lane road that leads to the airport connects from here. It is also the nearest city if visitors want to explore Sooriyawewa International Cricket Stadium.
Embilipitiya, in general, doesn’t feature many attractions or things to do. And because of this, visitors can’t find many accommodation options in this town. But, Udawalawe, which is less than 25 kilometres away includes some of the famous attractions and also a range of accommodations, to spend the perfect getaway.
Things to do near Embilipitiya
1. Udawalawe National Park: Nestled between the borders of Sabaragamuwa and Uva provinces in Sri Lanka, the Udawalawe National Park is a wildlife sanctuary that shelters animals who have lost their habitat due to the of the construction and development of the Udawalawe Reservoir near the Walawe River. This 30,821-hectare park was established in 1972. Other than the famous elephant sightings, visitors can also witness leopards and several other mammals and bird species. The Sanctuary is also renowned as the third most visited attraction in the country.2. Udawalawe Reservoir and Dam: Established several decades ago, Udawalawe Reservoir and Dam is one of the prime landmarks in the area. Nestled in the centre of the national park, this site comprises a hydropower station and a dam constructed across the Walawe River. Along with the occasional elephant excursion, the dam also provides power and irrigation.
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What is the best time to visit Embilipitiya?
The temperatures between January to February and April have a high humidity of 70%, which will cause slight uneasiness to visitors. But it is also a good time for sightseeing. And the time from May to June seems to be the harshest weather to combat with excruciating heat. The peak season to visit, and for a good reason is from August to December when the weather is pretty cold with the lowest humidity.
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