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Wilpattu National Park

Wilpattu National Park, the largest and one of the oldest national parks in Sri Lanka, is distinguished by its unique feature of “villus,” natural sand-rimmed water basins that fill with rainwater.

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Covering over 1,317 square kilometers, Wilpattu offers a diverse landscape of dense forests, grassy plains, and coastal belts, creating a serene and somewhat mystic atmosphere. This park is less frequented than its counterparts, providing a more secluded and intimate wildlife viewing experience. Wilpattu is particularly noted for its population of leopards and the elusive sloth bear, along with other species such as elephants, spotted deer, water buffaloes, and an impressive variety of birdlife.

The park’s numerous villus are not only a key source of water for its inhabitants but also serve as attractive spots for wildlife sightings, especially during the dry season from May to September when animals gather around these water bodies. The dense forest cover and the park’s extensive area mean that wildlife sightings

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