Places to see Elephants in Sri Lanka
Places to see Elephants Asian Elephants are one of the few remaining mega-herbivorous species in the world and they happen to be the most loved mammal in Sri Lanka. Despite the ongoing conflict between man and Elephant in the rural areas, everyone remains to be fascinated in observing their intelligent behavior. The Sri Lankan Elephant population is about 2500 – 3000 and they hold great national value as a major tourist attraction. There are many places to see elephants around the country which have been declared as sanctuaries for these majestic animals as well as several other species. A large number of Elephants in a relatively small land brings a high chance of sightings. Visits to these areas are always rewarding for wildlife enthusiasts and can be experienced in numerous Sri Lanka holiday packages! Pinnawala Located in the central hills of Kegalle, the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage was established in 1975 by the Department of Wildlife Conservation. Spreadin...