Dambana

Dambana

Dambana is a village within the Badulla District in Sri Lanka. It is closest to the town of Mahiyangana. It is known as the refuge of the indigenous Vedda people as well as their moribund Vedda language. It is well known for its eco-tourism projects. In 2010 it had population close 1000 individuals all belonging to Vedda families.[1]

References

  1. ^ Tribal village “Dambana” ready to move forward with Gemidiriya



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