Minneriya National Park is a popular wildlife sanctuary in Sri Lanka, located in the North Central Province. It is best known for the “Gathering” — a spectacular seasonal event where hundreds of elephants congregate around the Minneriya Tank during the dry season (June to September). The park features a mix of grasslands, wetlands, and dry tropical forest, making it a haven for elephants, deer, leopards, and numerous bird species. Minneriya offers excellent jeep safaris and is ideal for those seeking a close-up experience with wild elephants in their natural habitat.