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Strict nature reserve

Ritigala Strict Nature Reserve

රිටිගල දැඩි ස්වාභාවික රක්ෂිතය ரிட்டிகல கண்டிப்பான இயற்கைக் காப்பகம்

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Ritigala Strict Nature Reserve
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An isolated mountain rising out of the dry plains, with a cooler, wetter forest on its summit than the lowlands around it. Ancient monastery ruins lie at its foot.

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Fees for this place have not been added yet. Ask at the entrance or check with the Department of Wildlife Conservation.

Fees are set by the government and change from time to time. Confirm at the gate or on the official booking site before you go.

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