Tour Guide, Colombo, Sri Lanka
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Also Known as Dambara Hills, the knuckles Range was so named by British for its resemblance to the knuckles of a clenched fist. The range consists of five main peaks and several smallerones, the highest of which is over 1,800 m (6000 ft).
A USECO world heritage Conservation Area and a bio-diversity hotspot, the mountain range supports a wide range of flora & fauna. The vegetation varies from dry evergreen forest to wet grass land. These ecosystems support numerous animal species, such as deer, wild boar, langurs, and even slender Loris’s well as a rich Varity of birds.
The knuckles Range is also a popular trekking destination. It is possible to wander unaccompanied, but for longer walks it is advisable to hire a guide. The walk begins through the lowlands, which are dotted with small villages, before winding through montane forest and past waterfalls. There are excellent vistas from the many viewpoints or from any of the peaks.