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 | 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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