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Yala National Park
Yala is Sri Lanka's most famous national park. Forming a total area of 1268 sq km of scrub, light forest, grassy plains and brackish lagoons, it's very rich in wildlife and you're virtually certain to encounter elephants, crocodiles, buffaloes and monkeys. Plan your trip carefully, however – such is Yala's appeal that the main tracks and viewing spots can be crowded.
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14 Days in Sri Lanka: Lush Lands and Wildlife Corridors
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- 1 Sipping Ceylon straight from the source during a historic Haputale tea plantation tour
- 2 Searching for leopards in Yala National Park, one of the world's most significant leopard habitats
- 3 Traveling by train from Ambewela to Haputale — the country's most scenic rail journey
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