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Province of Sri Lanka
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Five kilometres south of Wellawaya, on the road to Tissa there are seven statues carved out of a rock. The tallest one, depicting the Buddha, is 50 feet tall. Buduruwagala means "stone images of the Buddha"
carved out of stone, stands in a blessing posture. It is 37 feet and 10 inches tall. The spot is close to Maligawila village.
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Recommended cafe with well cooked western dishes, fresh fish and veggies as well as Hill Country specials. Very attentive service. Best fish & chips in Sri Lanka!
15, Station Road - Rooms:6
Hillside Thotulagala, Dambatenne Road km post 3, Cottage: 1 - Family Rooms: 2.
The Main Line railway runs through Uva Province, connecting Colombo Fort to the line's terminus at Badulla (9 hours).
Read in the guideUva Province has a poor bus network compared to other provinces. The bus services are operated by private companies and the government-owned Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB). Some routes are listed here.
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the capital city of Uva Province, a romantic spot surrounded by tea plantations
a busy market town 10 km north of Haputale
a busy tourist town in a perfect area for hiking, visiting waterfalls, and enjoying Sri Lankan culture
Haputale is a city in Uva, in the central mountain area of Sri Lanka. It is known for its many Tea estates around, where one can walk virtually for several weeks without ever taking the same path twice.
a pilgrimage town sacred to Buddhist, Hindu, Muslim and indigenous Vedda people
Udawalawe (also spelled Udawalawa) is a national park which lies on the boundary of Sabaragamuwa and Uva provinces in Sri Lanka. It is famous for its large wild elephant population, making an excellent destination for safari-style tours.
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