Ambalangoda
Ambalangoda is a coastal town located in Galle District, Southern Province of Sri Lanka. Governed by Ambalangoda Urban Council, the town is famous for its ancient demon masks and devil dancers. Situated approximately 87 kilometres (54 mi) south of Colombo, it sits on an elevation of 13 metres (43 ft) above the sea level.
Ambalangoda
Sinhala: අම්බලන්ගොඩ Tamil: அம்பலாங்கொட | |
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Town | |
Ambalangoda Mask | |
Ambalangoda Location in Sri Lanka | |
| Coordinates: 6°14′07″N 80°3′13″E | |
| Country | Sri Lanka |
| Province | Southern Province |
| District | Galle District |
| Population (2012) | |
| • Total | 56,783 |
| Time zone | +5.30 |
| Area code | 091 |
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