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Knuckles mountain range, situated in the north-east of central hills of Sri Lanka, is one of the most important natural sites in the country. Coupled with the presence of a large number of mountain peaks and valleys, the entire region is unbelievably diverse in terms of climate, terrain, vegetation and obviously, animal life. One of the access routes available to explore this unique site is to enter the southern region of Knuckles from Hunassgiriya, the highest point of the Kandy – Mahiyanganaya road |
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Knuckles South – Deanston, Corbett’s Gap & Traditional Villages |
Hiking in Srilanka and Guide to Interpret Trail Difficulty Grades |
Hiking in the wilderness of the tropical paradise of sri lanka is a rewarding exercise. Still if you are not prepared for it, it can be dangerous and less enjoyable. This writeup provides an interpretation to the trail difficulty grades in terms of physical fitness required to tackle trails of different difficulty grades and also a set of basic tips that can help you to enjoy your hike safely while doing no damage to the environment.
Bambarakanda – Waterfalls, Mountains, adventure and scenic beauty |
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Bambarakanda waterfall is the highest waterfall in Sri Lanka. Situated in the hill town of Kalupahana near Haldumulla in the south eastern slopes of central hills. The area around Bambarakanda is rich with scenic beauty, rugged terrain, waterfalls, tea fields and cool climate making it an attractive destination for nature lovers. |