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Kegalle is a large town in Sabaragamuwa Province of Sri Lanka, located on the Colombo-Kandy road. The town has an agricultural-based economy and mainly produces rubber, graphite, and precious stones. The surrounding area produces agricultural products such as rice. Kegalle is famous for being the nearest town to the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, a major tourist attraction in the area. Apart from this, there are two other organizations working on elephant welfare. Kegalle is situated between the central highlands and western southern plains, with the height of the western region at 50m above sea level while the eastern region exceeds 1,800m. The top attractions to visit in Kegalle are the Elephant Freedom Project, Millennium Elephant Foundation, Pinnawala Jumbos, Algama Falls - Sri Craft, and Happy.
Ambalangoda is a coastal town located in the Galle District of the Southern Province of Sri Lanka. It is famous for its traditional masks and devil dances, which are a popular attraction for tourists. The town is also known for its handicrafts, such as Sri Lankan puppets. Some popular tourist attractions in Ambalangoda include Galle Dutch Fort, Hikkaduwa Beach, Bentota Beach, Madu River, and Unawatuna Beach. Ambalangoda belongs to the Southern Province of Sri Lanka, and it is governed by the Ambalangoda Urban Council. Overall, Ambalangoda is a small, seaside town that offers visitors a glimpse into Sri Lanka's cultural heritage.
Avissawella is a township located in Sri Lanka's Colombo district, governed by an Urban Council. The town has a rich history as the former capital of the Sitawaka Kingdom from 1521 to 1593. Avissawella is known for gem mining (corundum varieties) and the Seethawaka Botanical Garden. The top attractions to visit in Avissawella are Seethawaka Wet Zone Botanic Gardens, Kumari Ella Falls, Ella Uda Ella Falls, and Leisure World Water Park. There are hotels available in Avissawella, with bar and restaurant options. The town is situated on the A4 route and has good availability for transportation. The 1978 Constitution of Sri Lanka introduced the proportional representation electoral system for electing members of Parliament.
Kaduwela is a city in Western Province, Sri Lanka. It is the largest city in terms of area with an area of 87.71 square kilometers, including reservoirs and water sources. Kaduwela has popular attractions like Mahamevnawa Bodhignana Buddhist Monastery. The city has a rich history, having originally been known as Kadudevola, a shrine of the goddess Pattini. It is located 13.4% of the area of the Colombo district. There is no information on who the current mayor of Kaduwela is. The city is expected to be a popular tourist destination by 2023.
