Ratnapura
Ratnapura is the capital city of Sabaragamuwa province in Sri Lanka.
Ratnapura is the capital city of Sabaragamuwa province in Sri Lanka. Well known as the city of gems and has a history of a long established industry of precious stone mining including rubies, sapphires and other gems. Many foreign royalties adorn jewellery with gems originating this city. Other than gem mining, the city is known for rice and fruit cultivation. Large plantations of tea and rubber also surround the city. Tea grown in this region is called low country tea. Sinharaja forest reserve, Udawalawe national park, Kitulgala and Adam’s peak are some of the locations in this region, popular among tourists and locals
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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.
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