Badulla

Badulla is a city in eastern Sri Lanka located in a mountainous region and serves as a center for local commerce and administration. The city has several streets, markets, schools, and religious buildings that shape daily life.

The city developed over centuries as an administrative and trading center in the mountainous region. It reflects the development of the island nation and its connections to commerce and regional control.

The city has a lively market culture where locals gather daily to buy and sell goods. These markets form the heart of community life and show how people connect through trade and daily interactions.

The city is best explored on foot, especially in the central areas where markets and shops are concentrated. It is wise to arrive early in the morning when the city is lively and the weather remains cool.

The city is known for the tea plantations in its nearby surroundings that shape the landscape and form an important part of the local economy. Visitors are often surprised how close the green hills of the plantations are to the town itself.

Location: Badulla District

Elevation above the sea: 680 m

Website: http://jaffna.mc.gov.lk/en/other_mc.php

GPS coordinates: 6.98995,81.05706

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:04