International Mountain Day

Planting: Restoration of Manawe Hill

11/12/2023 11/12/2023
AnuradhapuraSri Lanka

The selected hilly location, is identified as an Environment Sensitive Area (ESA) and it is rich in biodiversity. This hill is invaded by invasive plants, mainly Panicum maximum.  Therefore a removal of invasive species in a selected location within the ESA will carried out and native plants will be planted on this date. In addition Tour Guides, media presonnel and government officials will be trained on the mportance of the site, and it will be promoted as an eco-tourism site. The archeological site within the location will also add value to the tourists. 

This location was also slelected to highlight the importance of dry zone biodiversity in the country.