Ampara
Ampara the city that is recovering from the thirty
Ampara the city that is recovering from the thirty years war has so much to offer from beautiful beaches, animal sanctuaries and historically rich monasteries. Ampara is in the eastern province of Sri Lanka and the popular host town of international annual surfing competition.
Kumana National Park and Gal Oya National Park in Ampara, are just the place for wildlife lovers who can see wild boars, elephants and other animals and enjoy the spectacular scenery with beautiful lakes especially at Gal Oyo. The second highest peak in Sri Lanka mountain of Wadinagala which is 2400 feet tall is also in Amapara where wild elephants roam freely in the surrounding.
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INFORMATION
About
Spread across a large area, this destination is nothing if not diverse. Choosing a single place to focus your time, that is a true challenge. There are attractions everywhere so be ready to come back another day, and after some time here, that’s exactly what you’ll want to do. Exploring the Area The biggest cities are along the coast.
Getting Around
A perfect city for exploring on foot with a shop around every corner. Much of the inner city can be walked without trouble, however, in parts walking include crowds, uneven streets, heavy traffic, and skinny sidewalks. If that’s a problem, there are plenty of taxi’s to ride in and scooters to rent.
History & Culture
Early History Home to years of history, which stretched far and wide. Due to the characteristic weather, the earliest explorers completely bypassed the area. The first settlement in the area was founded 1770 as a mission community. In addition to the mission, a military fort was built.
Top Attractions
Take a look at each of our stunning locations and imagine yourself there: Lakes and Mountains Stay in our four star lakeside accommodation, whether you choose one of our log chalets or a contemporary apartment, you will look over stunning views of the valley.
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