The enchanting 'Knuckles Range'

by Beverley Jansz

The 'Knuckles' range of mountains at Wasgamuwa, located in the districts of Matale and Plonnnaruwa, bordering the Mahaweli and Amban rivers, is one of Sri Lanka's most enchanting tourist attractions.

The mist-clad mountain range, is one of Lanka's chief eco-tourism venues.

Due to the scenic location, a number of safari villages and eco-holiday resorts have been built to attract more foreign and local tourists to Wasgamuwa.

The latest addition to Wasgamuwa is Ashane Holiday Bungalow, a six-room cottage type resort built on a one-care forest, beautifully landscaped. The plus point for Ashane Holiday Bungalow is that is has been built overlooking the captivating 'Knuckles' range of mountains, and in close proximity to the Wasgamuwa Wildlife Sanctuary.

The bungalow is ideal for animal lovers, Managing Director, Anil Silva said. The resort can be booked as one unit and is ideal for a family outing.

River bathing in the Minipe Ele is popular among tourists.

With many ancient tanks and several other ruins and ancient religious sites in close proximity to bungalow, it has become a popular family holiday spot. The resort offers jeep safaris to Wasgamuwa Wildlife Sanctuary and other places of tourist interest in the area.

The six-room cottage is given out at a very responsible price, specially to Sri Lankans and expatriates who are animal and ecology lovers, Silva said.

The resort could be reached via E-mail:[email protected]