Elpitiya

Elpitiya is a town located in the Galle District of the Southern Province of Sri Lanka. It serves as the administrative center for the Elpitiya Divisional Secretariat. The town is situated in a region known for its tea and rubber plantations. Elpitiya is also known for the nearby Kanumuldeniya Raja Maha Vihara, an ancient Buddhist temple. The economy of the area is largely based on agriculture, particularly tea and rubber production, and related industries. The town has basic amenities, including schools, hospitals, and transportation links.