About: Rathnapura is a city located in the Sabaragamuwa Province of Sri Lanka. It is known as the `City of Gems` due to its long history of gemstone mining and trading. The city is situated approximately 100 km southeast of Colombo and is the capital of the Rathnapura District. The name `Rathnapura` means `city of gems` in Sinhalese. Rathnapura is surrounded by hills and forests and is home to many natural wonders such as the Sinharaja Forest Reserve, Udawalawe National Park, and the Samanala Wewa Reservoir. The city is also known for its cultural heritage, with several ancient temples and historical sites located in the area. Also spelled as: Ratnapura ratnapure