04/07/2026
*Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage* is one of Sri Lanka’s most famous wildlife attractions, located in Kegalle, about 1.5 hours from Colombo.
*Short description:*
Established in 1975, it’s a sanctuary and breeding center for orphaned, abandoned, and injured Asian elephants. It’s home to one of the largest captive herds of elephants in the world, with over 70 elephants.
