The destinations in Sri Lanka always have their own stories, oftentimes attributing to the legends holds dear by the locals in honor of rulers, gods or any other respectable ancient figures. Makeli Ella is the same holding the belief of people who tells a legend of Vidiyabandara, a ruler of the region ascending as a deity named Makeli. Thus the name Makeli came to be in identifying the nearby waterfall. The waterfallis most popular amongst the domestic tourists and explorers when the development of roadways commenced. Oftentimes the waterfall and its immediate area is subjects to the rituals, religious events and many events that culture of the area seemed appropriate. This valuable water source located near the Lathpandura, Agalawatta in Kaluthara District. Beside the amazing views and activities, the relatively isolation has the perfect opportunity to house the bio-sensitive area. The Flora and fauna of the area are the most eye-catching and always monitored to ensure the perseverance of the endangered species.
The Old Colombo Dutch Hospital (known as The Dutch Hospital) is considered to be the oldest building in the Colombo Fort area dating back to the Dutch colonial era in Sri Lanka. It is now a heritage building and a shopping and dining precinct. Built as a hospital by the Dutch, it has been used for several different purposes, over the years. It is believed to have existed since 1681, as recorded by German Christoper Schweitzer. The Dutch established the Colombo hospital to look after the health of the officers and other staff serving under the Dutch East India Company. The hospital’s close proximity to the harbour allowed it to serve Dutch seafarers. The most famous of all the surgeons who worked in the Colombo hospital was undoubtedly Paul Hermann, who served from 1672-79. Herman has been described as the father of botany in Sri Lanka.
Gampaha District happens to be one of the key places in the country to have rich fertile soil that enable to grow any fruit or a vegetable including paddy
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