Kanneliya – Dediyagala – Nakiyadeniya (KDN) Biosphere Reserve
The Kanneliya-Dediyagala-Nakiyadeniya (KDN) Biosphere Reserve is a major catchment area for two of the most important rivers in the region, the Gin and Nilwala Rivers, which feed numerous rivers and streams. This biosphere reserve, situated 35 km northwest of the city of Galle, was designated as a biosphere reserve by UNESCO in 2004. It is the last large remaining rainforest in Sri Lanka after Sinharaja and is one of the floristically richest areas in South Asia.
KDN Biosphere Reserve harbours many plants and animal species endemic to Sri Lanka, including 234 identified woody tree species, with 141 being endemic to Sri Lanka. There are a total of 301 plant types that can be found in the Kanneliya forest reserve, along with 133 faunal species, including 59 birds, 14 amphibians, 32 butterflies, 7 snakes, and 10 mammals.
To explore the unique locations situated inside the forest, several hiking treks have been developed, ranging from easy to moderate. These include the Cave Trail, w...
KDN Biosphere Reserve harbours many plants and animal species endemic to Sri Lanka, including 234 identified woody tree species, with 141 being endemic to Sri Lanka. There are a total of 301 plant types that can be found in the Kanneliya forest reserve, along with 133 faunal species, including 59 birds, 14 amphibians, 32 butterflies, 7 snakes, and 10 mammals.
To explore the unique locations situated inside the forest, several hiking treks have been developed, ranging from easy to moderate. These include the Cave Trail, w...
