As dawn breaks, the first bird calls awaken you to a new day at Palpatha. The leaves of the Tamarind tree, rustle softly in the breeze as dew drops glisten on the grass. Nestled in the village of Dunguswewa, fifteen minutes away from the Wilpattu National Park and just a few hours' drive from Anuradhapura, Palpatha is the ideal location for a quiet vacation where you can enjoy quality time with your friends and family. A fresh cup of kola kenda(a juice made of fresh green leaves) with a piece of jaggery(palm sugar), helps you start off the day with energy and vigor. All meals comprise village cooking with fresh produce or you have the option of bringing your own provisions that you could have cooked according to your preference. You may also try our delicious ‘wew malu’ (tank/river fish) fried or cooked. Palpatha offers you a rustic experience amidst the bounty of nature. Whether it is the leopard you seek or dolphins and whales, the chalets are centrally located. Or, if it’s just some quiet time you are longing for; away from the hustle and bustle of your hectic life, Palpatha is the place for you......the star filled night sky, never fails to relax the soul. The Kala Oya flows at one end of the land where you may indulge in some fishing, while a leisurely walk in the village will take you to a local potter’s home, where you could have a hands on experience in moulding your own clay pot. So make Palpatha your next holiday destination.