Wilpattu National Park , Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka
About Wilpattu National Park
A topographical wonder, Wilpattu National Park is a treat for the eye! Every type of habitat, from shrubbery, dense forests, vast grasslands to coastlands, attract a wide variety of animals, birds and insects. The national park is mainly known for the innumerable water tanks and shallow lakes that are scattered all over, surrounded by open shrubs and wooded jungles that form beautiful landscapes. The population of leopards and sloth bears is large, however, spotting them is a major task.
Animals like elephants, deer, wild pigs, crocodiles and jackals are more easily seen around the park. Reptiles are present in huge numbers; slithery snakes like cobras and pythons share the grounds with endemic star turtles and monitor lizards that roam around everywhere. Due to the abundance of water bodies, gorgeous white storks and other little birds can be seen hunting the fish and making ground nests. And of course, the colourful butterflies are a sight one cannot miss! Wilpattu also has historical significance as many olden ruins of prosperous villages and palaces are present on certain parts of the park. Being the largest national park in the country, Wilpattu has amazing experiences to offer, ranging from the scenery to the variety of wildlife, and no other park can match up to it!
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Places to Visit near Wilpattu National Park
Mirisawetiya Vihara, North Central Province
54.6 km from Wilpattu National Park - See map
Mirisaveti Stupa, located 1 kilometre to the east of Maha Bodhi, along the banks of Tisawewa, is yet another tourist and religious spot in the...
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Isurumuniya, North Central Province
55.3 km from Wilpattu National Park - See map
Isurumuniya Rock Temple is a lovely, eye-catching temple, situated close to the Tisa Wewa. The temple stands on rock boulders and is set in...
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Ruwanwelisaya, North Central Province
56.1 km from Wilpattu National Park - See map
The ancient capital of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura, is the seat of religion, traditions and cultures. Every piece of this land has some historical...
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Thuparama Dagoba, North Central Province
56.4 km from Wilpattu National Park - See map
Dagoba of Thuparama is one of the many holiest shrines of Anuradhapura. It stores the right collar bone of Lord Buddha which was brought by...
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Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi Temple, North Central Province
56.6 km from Wilpattu National Park - See map
Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi temple is the centre of tourist attraction in Anuradhapura. Buddhists from all over the world visit this place because it...
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Lovamahapaya, North Central Province
57.8 km from Wilpattu National Park - See map
Lovamahapaya was once a majestic palace with roofs covered with copper-bronze plates, the inner walls studded with precious stones and had a...
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Jethawanaramaya Stupa, North Central Province
58.9 km from Wilpattu National Park - See map
Jethawanaramaya Stupa, originally 400 feet, was once counted in the list of the tallest monuments of the world and its scale was matched only by...
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Lankarama Stupa, North Central Province
59.1 km from Wilpattu National Park - See map
Although little is known of the Lankarama Stupa, it is certain that it was built by King Vattagamini Abhaya around 1st century BC. This dagoba...
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Abhayagiri Dagoba, North Central Province
59.3 km from Wilpattu National Park - See map
Abhayagiri Vihara monastery that sheltered 5000 monks was once the seat of knowledge. It was a thriving centre of Buddhist philosophies that...
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Mihintale, Anuradhapura, North Central Province
70.1 km from Wilpattu National Park - See map
Mihintale, famously known as ‘Cradle of Buddhism’, is a mountain peak located close to the religious center of the country, Anuradhapura. It...
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Kaludiya Pokuna Forest, North Central Province
71.2 km from Wilpattu National Park - See map
Kaludiya Pokuna forest in Kandalama has rich biodiversity and the ruins of ancient time are also scattered here. The forest is renowned for its...
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Wasgamuwa National Park, North Central Province
*74.9 km from Wilpattu National Park - See map
Wasgamuwa National Park is a peaceful inland nature reserve, where one is assured to spot large herds of elephants and buffalos. Unlike other...
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