Situated in Polonnaruwa district, Minneriya national park in Sri Lanka attracts wildlife enthusiasts in thousands every year. Being a home to many flora and fauna varieties, a safari jeep ride into the national park will present you with close sightings of wildlife. From elephants, deer, water buffaloes, crocodiles to peacocks. This park is important for many reasons. There are lots of animal species freely roaming Minneriya national park. Minneriya reservoir is constructed by king Mahasen many centuries ago and today it enhances the beauty of the park while being the main water source for the wildlife of Minneriya. Visit the place from July to September to witness the largest elephant gathering in the world.
Minneriya National Park is a wildlife paradise, famous for hosting the largest elephant gathering in the world from July to September. A jeep safari inside Minneriya National Park offers the most chances for seeing elephants not only in large herds but also deer, monkeys, peacocks, and even crocodiles in their natural environment. The park is also home to amazing views and a rich ecology because it surrounds the ancient Minneriya reservoir.
