Bandarawela is the second largest town in the Badulla District which is 30 kilometres away from Badulla. Bandarawela is 200 km (120 mi) away from Colombo and about 125 km (78 mi) away from Kandy, the two capital cities of Sri Lanka. Thanks to its higher altitude, compared to surrounding locations, Bandarawela has milder weather conditions throughout the year making it a popular tourist destination for locals. Bandarawela is within hours reach of surrounding towns and cities by both road and rail. The town is influenced by its colonial history and rests among dense, lush forestation occupying a niche among visitors as a base for eco-tourism.
The ancient Dhowa Buddhist rock temple is one of the well-known heritage sites in this region. Other historic areas of interest include the Roman Catholic St. Anthony's Church and a local Methodist church.
Locals depend primarily upon agriculture to make a living. Most people are directly involved in vegetable cultivation and some are working as laborers in tea estates. There are a large number of tea plantations managed by both private and government run businesses that produce good quality tea for the world market.
Tourism is another source of income in Bandarawela which boasts many holiday resorts, cottages and hotels.
Attractions
- Adisham Bungalow
- Beragala
- Ambewela
- Diyaluma Falls
- Sthripura Cave
- Dunhinda Falls
- Ravana Falls
- Idalgashinna
- Bambarakanda Falls
- Dambatenne Tea Factory
- Lipton Seat
- Bogoda Temple
- Bogoda Wooden Bridge
- Dhowa Rock Temple
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