Horagolla National Park, National park in Attanagalla, Sri Lanka
Horagolla National Park is a 33-hectare protected area covered in low-country evergreen forest with diverse plant life. The dense woodland features multiple native tree species that create the park's natural character and structure.
The area was first set aside as a wildlife sanctuary in September 1973 before becoming a national park in 2004. This change reflected growing efforts to protect the forest landscape for future generations.
The park sits next to Horagolla Walauwa, a former residence connected to one of Sri Lanka's most prominent political families. This proximity shapes how locals and visitors understand the area's role in the country's past and present.
The park sits roughly 40 km from Colombo and can be reached via the Kandy Road. The route passes through several small towns that serve as useful landmarks for finding the way.
The park hosts around 68 bird species and several uncommon butterfly varieties including the Ceylon birdwing. Watching these animals in their forest habitat is a quiet reward for visitors who explore carefully.
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