Kekirawa Divisional Secretariat

Kekirawa Divisional Secretariat is a Divisional Secretariat in the Anuradhapura District, North Central Province, Sri Lanka.

History

Prehisoric period

Kekirawa has a long history which goes back to the pre-historical era. The ruins of that period can be founded around the Ritigala hills and some places situated in Anuradhapura District and Matale District border.

Legends

There are few legends about Kekirawa. According to Valmiki's Ramayana Ritigala hills that situated in Kekirawa has been mentioned. Also many people in Sri Lanka, India and other south asian countries believe that there are many secrets of king Ravana has been hidden in this area.