Digana
Digana is a village in Sri Lanka. It is located within Central Province, between Kandy and Teldeniya on A26 road. It is known for its dolomite mineral.
In Digana area has a historical significance and natural beauty. The excursion to Bambaragala and Pettigala is regarded as one of the best things to do around Digana as it paves the way to a region filled with wonders and amazement.
Attractions in Digana,- Pettigala, Kandy
- Bambaragala Rajamaha Viharaya
- Victoria Dam
- Mahamevnawa Buddhist Monastery
- Pallekele International Cricket Stadium
About Kandy District
Kandy districtis situated in the centrel province of Sri Lanka. One of the seven World Heritage Sites in Sri Lanka,Kandy was once home to the Kandyan Kings of yore in the 16th-century and a fountainhead for all the music, arts, crafts and culture in the country. About 129 km away from Colombo,Kandy is ensconced amongst a hilly terrain and all eyes are drawn to the centre of the city, where theKandy Lake forms a charming feature. Kandy retains great religious significance for SriLanka, because it is in this charming city that the Dalada Maligawa or "Temple of the Tooth"is located, within which the sacred tooth relic of Lord Buddha lies well guarded.
The Royal Botanical Garden ,Peradeniyais situated about 5 km to the west of the city centre at Peradeniya and is visited by 1.2 million people per year. It is the largest botanical garden on the island. The Udawatta Kele (Udawatta Forest) is a protected sanctuary situated in the heart of the city, just north of Temple of the Tooth .
Kandy is a Sinhala majority city; there are sizeable communities belonging to other ethnic groups, such as Moors and Tamils. Kandy is second only to Colombo the center of the Sri Lankan Economy. Many major co operations have large branch officers in Kandy and many industries include textiles, furniture, Information Technology and jewellery are found here. Many agriculture research centers are located in the city.
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