Minneriya is a picturesque city located in the Polonnaruwa District of the North-Central Province in Sri Lanka. The city is renowned for its stunning natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and abundant wildlife. One of the main attractions of Minneriya is the Minneriya National Park, which is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including elephants, leopards, deer, and a variety of bird species. The park is also famous for the annual gathering of wild elephants, known as "The Gathering," which is one of the largest elephant gatherings in the world.