Ratnapura is a major city in Sri Lanka. It is the capital city of Sabaragamuwa Province, as well as the Ratnapura District, and is a traditional centre for the Sri Lankan gem trade. It is located on the Kalu Ganga in south-central Sri Lanka, some 101 km southeast of the country's capital, Colombo. If mentioned Ratnapura postal code is 70000.

Climates of Ratnapura     

The climate in Ratnapura is hot, oppressive, and overcast. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 71°F to 93°F and is rarely below 67°F or above 98°F.

Traveling from Colombo to Ratnapura

Ratnapura 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 Ratnapura. You want to reach from Colombo to Ratnapura, 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 Ratnapura

• National Museum Of Ratnapura (3.4km)
• Maha Saman Devalaya (5.5km)
• Gem Mines (7.2km)
• Bopath Ella (12.8km)
• Diva Guhawa – Batatota Lena (13.4km)
• Balla Mala Ella (20.6km)

Other Attractions little far from Ratnapura

• Doovili Ella (73.6km)
• Kitulgala (75.1km)
• Udawalawe National Park (78.7km)
• Budugala (80.4km)
• Bambarakanda Waterfalls (83.2km)
• Maduwanwela Walawwa (99km)
• Sri Pada (Adam’s peak) (127km)
• Sinharaja Forest Reserve (129km)

Sri Pada (Adam’s peak)

Adams peak is a 7358 feet tall conical mountain, located in Central Sri Lankan region. Though the hike to the summit is quite a long one. It nearly takes two hours of hiking to reach the top of the mountain, but the breathtaking view that greets on the mountain top, is definitely worth the hike. The view of sunrise is astonishingly beautiful from the top of the peak. If you want to catch the sunrise, start early so that you can be at the top when the sun rises. The stairs that lead to the summit are in a fairly good condition, but it becomes steeper gradually as you go through the steep zones of the mountain.

Sinharaja Forest Reserve

Sinharaja Forest Reserve is a biodiversity hotspot in the Ratnapura region. It is a National Park, which is considered as a world heritage site by UNESCO. It is a great part of eco-tourism in Sri Lanka. Sinharaja Forest Reserve has one of the few virgin forests that are left in the world and this site is one of the rarest places comprising of virgin rainforests left till date. With the staggering number of flora and fauna blooming in this place, it can be rightly considered as an ecological treasure trove.

You can spot over 130 species of birds and mammals including purple faced langur monkey and giant squirrel etc. there is also a wide array of reptile population and insect species. This place offers the best jungle experience to the visitors and to enjoy the experience to the fullest, you should explore the reserve on your foot.

Diva Guhawa – Batatota Lena

Batadombalena is a site of archeological interest in Sri Lanka. It is only a two hour drive away from the heart of Colombo, Sri Lankas capital. The site is hidden deep inside foliage and natural formations that it becomes quite difficult to spot. In this site, the Sri Lankan archeologists have discovered the evidence of prehistoric settlements in this area. The fossils and skeletal remains of the Balangoda Man, suggests that the modern human beings might have evolved in South-Asia.

Outdoor Activities In Ratnapura

Ratnapura Day Tour

You can organize a day trip to Ratnapura for watching important places in here.

Udwalawe Safari

Get a first-hand experience of the great Sri Lankan wilderness in the Udawalawe National Park. Admire the park's location in the dry zone of Sri Lanka, with a picturesque majestic mountain range in the background. Spot some of the many aquatic birds that make the reservoir area their home, or the many other animals - such as elephants - that visit it for water daily.

Spend the rest of the exciting tour exploring the best of this unique landscape, including a two-hour Jeep Safari to see the beautiful elephants of the park. Keep an eye out for buffalo, monitor lizards, deer, monkeys, and the occasional leopard.

Waterfall Trekking at Knuckles Mountain

You can get a wonderful experiemce. Experience a side of Sri Lanka's other tourists rarely see in this waterfall-trekking tour of Knuckles Mountain Range. The UNESCO World Heritage Site has one of the most adventurous trekking paths in the country—about 6 miles (10 kilometers) both ways. A nature guide who knows the area intimately leads you to a hidden waterfall for a swim,

Ratnapura Tourists Places

If you travelling to Ratnapura you can see beautiful water falls, rivers, historical places and many more tourists’ places.

Ratnapura in Sri Lanka Map

You can get more information about Ratnapura refer in Srilanka map. For examples Ratnapura  Hotels, places to visit, Hospitals and lot of things.

Ratnapura District & Town

Ratnapura is a district of Sri Lanka in the Sabaragamuwa Province. The gem-mining centre of Sri Lanka is also a major crossroad between southern plains and the hill country to the east. A bustling market city servicing most of the surrounding towns.

Ratnapura town is a major city in Sri Lanka. It is the capital city of Sabaragamuwa Province, as well as the Ratnapura District, and is a traditional centre for the Sri Lankan gem trade. 

Ratnapura Hotels

Ratnapura is a beautiful & eye pleasing Area. If you’re travelling to Ratnapura you will find a large number of hotels with reasonable price.