Matale is the administrative capital and largest urbanised centre in the Matale District, Central Province, Sri Lanka. It is located at the heart of the Central Hills of the island and lies in a broad, fertile valley at an elevation of 364 m above sea level.

Climates of Matale                                             

Matale is a city with a significant rainfall. Even in the driest month there is a lot of rain. This climate is considered to be Af according to the Köppen-Geiger climate classification. In Matale, the average annual temperature is 24.1 °C | 75.4 °F.

Traveling from Colombo to Matale

Matale has many tourism places and beautiful, Eye-pleasing views, places to visit. If you come for the vacation there are many hotels, Resorts and so many Historical places and so many outdoor activities to do for your enjoying. 

If you are planning a vacation in Matale. You want to reach from Colombo to Matale, the best way is by Bus or Train. Then you will be able to experience the beauty of the surroundings. Or you can use private vehicles. Add it to your list of places to visit if you're looking for a chilled out, relaxing few days in Sri Lanka.

Top Attractions in Matale

• Muthumariamman Temple (2.4km)
• Aluvihare Rock Temple (3.7km)
• Sembuwatta Lake (22.6km)
• Riverton Gap (28.7km)
• Nalanda Gedige (35.6km)
• Knuckles Mountain Range (45.7km)

Other Attractions little far from Matale

• Meemure (70.5km)
• Wagamuwa National Park (97.8km)

Sembuwatta Matale

Sembuwatta Lake is a beautiful attraction point located within the village of Elkaduwa in Matale district of Sri Lanka. A quiet and ravishing human-made lake made up of natural spring water, Sembuwatta Lake is adjacent to the Campbell’s Lane Forest Reserve.

Sembuwatta Lake also has a natural swimming pool by its side. The lake processes electricity for the many villages in the area making it a lifeline for the locals as well as a pleasing addition to the long list of attractions within Sri Lanka. The Sembuwatta Lake has beautiful pine trees, situated on top of the mountain, and it is an epitome of majestic experience, which is a well-known spot for picnics, hiking, and nature trails. Sembuwatta Lake is around 30 to 39 feet deep.

Riverstone Matale

Riverston Matale Knuckles Mountain Range located between two districts of Matale and Kandy, in central Sri Lanka.

As the entire Matale Knuckles Mountain Range is dressed in heavy coatings of cloud, in Sinhalese it’s called “Dumbara” which means mountain in the mist.

Riverston Matale consists of few beautiful waterfalls inside the forest and home for several endemic birds and reptiles. The Several Trekking paths are there for observing nature and for an incredible hiking experience.

Outdoor Activities In Matale

Hiking

Matale, Riverstone is a little known destination for trekking in Sri Lanka. A visit to this ancient town gives access to challenging trekking as well as stunning scenery. Manigala Hike also famous.

Day Tour in Wasgamuwa National Park

Wasgamuwa National Park is known in Sri Lanka for its large populations of wildlife and its remote location, making it a less-visited spot ideal for nature lovers. You can watch many elephants in here.

Matale Tourists Places

Matale has many places that have won tourists attraction. Especially riverstone, sembuwatta lake, wasgamuwa nationl park.

Matale District & Town

Matale District is a district in Central Province, Sri Lanka. It is one of 25 districts of Sri Lanka, the second level administrative division of the country. Central province is province of Matale district.

Matale, town, central Sri Lanka, 14 miles north of Kandy. A Buddhist monastery and rock temple (Aluvihara) are near the town. Matale's intermediate elevation and moderate rainfall abet the cultivation of spices. It is a cattle centre, and there are extensive tea, rubber, and cacao plantations in the vicinity.Mar 6, 2022

Matale Hotels

Matale is a beautiful & eye pleasing Area. If you’re travelling to Matale you will find a large number of hotels with all the modern amenities in the area.