Travel guide
The best places to see in Central Province: sights, nature, temples and beaches, with opening hours, entry fees and how to get there.
8 places
Dambulla, Matale District
Kandalama Reservoir is a scenic irrigation reservoir near Dambulla in Sri Lanka. It is known for its beautiful water views, surrounding forests, rocky hills and its importance in supplying irrigation water to agricultural areas.
Matale, Matale District
Moragahakanda Reservoir, officially known as Kulasinghe Reservoir, is a major multipurpose reservoir in Sri Lanka. It is famous for its large water body, dam structure, surrounding scenery and importance in irrigation, drinking-water supply and hydroelectric power generation.
Matale, Matale District
Sembuwatta Lake is a beautiful man-made lake located in Elkaduwa, Matale District, Sri Lanka. Surrounded by lush tea plantations, pine forests and green mountains, it is a popular destination for nature lovers and travellers. The lake is famous for its cool climate, peaceful environment, scenic view
Matale, Matale District
Bowatenna Reservoir is a major water-management project built across the Amban Ganga under the Mahaweli Development Programme. It supports irrigation, water distribution and hydroelectric power generation while offering attractive reservoir and countryside views.
Nuwara Eliya, Nuwara Eliya District
Gregory Lake is a reservoir in Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka, built in 1873 under British Governor Sir William Gregory. Covering 91.2 hectares, it is a recreational area offering boating, pony riding, walking paths, picnic areas, and lakeside activities.
Kandy, Kandy District
Historic lake in central Kandy beside the royal and temple precinct.
Nuwara Eliya, Nuwara Eliya District
Castlereagh Reservoir is a scenic highland lake near Hatton, surrounded by lush tea plantations, forested mountains and peaceful waters, offering beautiful viewpoints and relaxing nature experiences.
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