The Ratnapura District in Sri Lanka’s Sabaragamuwa Province is renowned for its gem-mining industry, serving as a major hub for gem dealers. Its economy thrives on gem trading, agriculture, tea, rubber, paddy cultivation, and eco-tourism, with attractions like Sinharaja Forest and Udawalawe National Park. The district experiences a tropical rainforest climate, leading to humid and wet conditions ideal for its lush biodiversity.
The Ratnapura District is managed by 17 Divisional Secretariat divisions, each responsible for local governance and development projects. These divisions facilitate the district’s economic activities, including gem trading, agriculture, and eco-tourism, and manage public services.
Total Population
1,088,007
Divisional Secretariat
17
Divisional Secretariat
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