Badulla
Uva · Badulla
Badulla is a Sri Lankan travel destination known for city, waterfall, religious, heritage.
city
Badulla
Quick facts
Ideal stay
1 to 3 nights
Stay length
1-4 nights (2 recommended)
Timezone
Asia/Colombo
Elevation
675 m
Tourism region
Hill Country (Uva Highlands)
Budget level
Budget to midrange
Recommended pace
Relaxed
Popularity
6/10
Crowd level
Moderate
Difficulty
Easy
Coordinates
6.990035, 81.057031
Data status
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Linked attractions
11
Connectivity
Internet quality
Good
Mobile coverage
Good
Airports
Nearest airport
Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (HRI)
Distance from airport
~100 km
Recommended arrival airport
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Recommended departure airport
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
History
One of Sri Lanka's oldest towns, Badulla guards the eastern edge of the hill country and is home to the Muthiyangana temple, held to mark one of the Buddha's visits to the island. Under the British it became the terminus of the upcountry railway and an administrative centre for the surrounding tea districts.
Climate
mixed hill and dry
Best time to visit
Best months
Avoid
Good for
Interest scores
Culture
9/10
Nature
8/10
Photography
8/10
Relaxation
6/10
Food
5/10
Hidden gem
5/10
Adventure
4/10
Wildlife
3/10
Shopping
3/10
Nightlife
2/10
Beach
1/10
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