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Located in the North Central plains, Minneriya National Park is a premier wildlife destination anchored by the ancient Minneriya Tank, engineered in the 3rd century by King Mahasen. It is celebrated worldwide by wildlife photographers and conservationists for hosting “The Gathering”—the largest seasonal assembly of wild Asian elephants on planet Earth.
Best Time to Visit: July to October (Dry season; absolute peak period for The Elephant Gathering).