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Central Province, Sri Lanka

Matale

Matale is a major city in Central Province, Sri Lanka. It is the administrative capital and largest urbanized city of Matale District. Matale is also the second largest urbanized and populated city in Central Province. It is located at the heart of the Central Highlands, of the island and lies in a broad, green fertile valley at an elevation of 364 m above sea level. Surrounding the city is the Knuckles Mountain Range, the foothills were called Wiltshire by the British. They have also called this place Matelle.
The most important historical incident in Matale is writing the thripitaka which was held during the ruling period of King Walagamba in 89–77 BC in Aluvihare, Therefore, this is permanent evidence for human settlements in Matale before centuries of years. Mathale is recognized as one of the finest destinations to enjoy the calm and uniqueness of nature in Sri Lanka.

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Attractions

Aluvihara Rock Cave Temple

Caverns & Caves • Religious Sites

Nalanda Gedige

Religious Sites

Sera Ella falls

Waterfalls

Sembuwaththa Lake

Bodies of Water

Riverston

Nature & Wildlife Areas

Sri Muthumariamman Temple

Religious Sites

Pitawala Pathana

Nature & Wildlife Areas

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