Hanthana Mountain Range
The Hanthana Mountain Range lies in central Sri Lanka, south-west of the city of Kandy. It was declared as an environmental protection area in February 2010 under the National Environment Act.[1] The maximum height of the range is 3800 ft. The mountain range consists of seven peaks. The highest one being the Uura Kanda.[2] The range is a favourite destination among the mountain hikers in Sri Lanka. University of Peradeniya is situated adjacent to the Hanthana mountain range.[3]
| Hanthana conservation forest | |
|---|---|
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  Location of the conservation forest | |
| Location | Central Province, Sri Lanka |
| Nearest city | Kandy |
| Coordinates | 7°15′31″N 80°37′43″E |
| Established | 2010 |
| Governing body | Department of Forest Conservation |
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A view from Hanthana
Uura kanda - the highest peak in the Hanthana range
A view from Hanthana communication towers
A scenic evening view from the Hanthana Mountain
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