The Keppetipola Statue honors Monarawila Keppetipola, a national hero who led the Uva Rebellion against British rule in 1818. It stands in the quiet town of Keppetipola, surrounded by scenic highlands and local history.
The statue is located in Keppetipola town, accessible by car or bus from Welimada or Bandarawela. It's about 20km from Welimada.
The statue commemorates Keppetipola Disawe, who became a symbol of resistance and patriotism. He is one of the few colonial-era figures officially declared a national hero by Sri Lanka.