Yala national park ❤️🐘
Yala National Park: A Jewel of Sri Lanka’s Wildlife❤️🐵🐷 Yala National Park, located in the southeastern corner of Sri Lanka, is one of the country’s most renowned natural reserves. It is celebrated for its rich biodiversity, breathtaking landscapes, and abundant wildlife, offering a haven for nature enthusiasts and photographers alike. Covering an area of approximately 978 square kilometers, Yala is the second-largest national park in Sri Lanka and undoubtedly the most visited due to its unique combination of ecosystems and wildlife. A Brief History ❤️ Yala's history dates back to ancient times when it was part of a kingdom. The region has significant cultural and historical importance, with archaeological sites and ancient ruins scattered across the park. Some of these sites, like the Sithulpawwa Rock Temple, reveal Yala’s historical ties to early Buddhist civilization. Declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1900, Yala later gained national park status in 1938, making it one ...