Balangoda
Sri Lanka · Sabaragamuwa ProvinceLK
Town in Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka
Balangoda is a town in Ratnapura District, Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka, governed by an urban council located 143 kilometres (89 mi) away from Colombo and 43 kilometres (27 mi) from Ratnapura on Colombo - Batticaloa Highway(A4). It is one of the largest towns of the Sabaragamuwa Province. According to the 2001 census, Balangoda has a population of 16,875 and area of 16.2 km2 . According to 2012 census data Balangoda DS Division's religious composition is as follows Buddhists 63,203-77.49%, Hindus 9,528-11.68%, Islam 6,211-7.61%, Roman Catholics 1,834-2.25%, Other Christians 782-0.96%, Others 5-0.01%.
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- 6.647, 80.701
- Timezone
- Asia/Colombo
- Elevation
- 530 m
Overview of Balangoda
Balangoda belongs to Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka and has the feel of a place. Balangoda is strongest on culture, nature and adventure. Season planning starts with its northern-hemisphere location. Elevation is roughly 530 metres.
Things to do in Balangoda
Culture in Balangoda
(4)Under culture, Balangoda is tagged with Ancient Ruins, Mines, Museums and Religious Sites. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. The list follows Balangoda's own activity tags.
Nature in Balangoda
(2)Balangoda records Caves and Mountains under nature. Everything listed here comes from what Balangoda is actually tagged with. A compact set that still fills a visit.
Adventure in Balangoda
(1)Our data lists Climbing as adventure options here. Each one is worth building half a day around. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Balangoda.
Water Sports in Balangoda
(1)Under water sports, Balangoda is tagged with Canoeing. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Balangoda.
Best time to visit Balangoda
The shoulder months of April to June and September to October suit hiking and outdoor days. Balangoda stays visitable year-round thanks to its indoor options.
Getting there & around
Small places like Balangoda are best explored by car or on two wheels after reaching Sabaragamuwa Province. Time zone: Asia/Colombo.
Similar destinations
Places near Balangoda that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Balangoda known for?
- Balangoda, in Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka, is best known for culture, nature and adventure. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here.
- What can you do in Balangoda?
- Recorded activities in Balangoda include Ancient Ruins, Mines, Museums, Religious Sites and Caves. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Balangoda?
- The shoulder months of April to June and September to October suit hiking and outdoor days. Balangoda stays visitable year-round thanks to its indoor options.
- Where is Balangoda located?
- Balangoda is located in Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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