Lethernt South

Lethernt South is a locality in , , and has an elevation of 1,171 metres. Lethernt South is situated nearby to the locality , as well as near .
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Places of Interest

Highlights include Castlereigh Dam and Maskeliya Dam.

Dam
The is a gravity dam built across the Kehelgamu Oya, a major tributary to the , approximately 3 km south-west of , in the of . The dam is a popular location for both locals and tourists.

Dam
The is a large gravity dam at , in the of . Along with the , the dams are the highest point and beginning of the Laxapana Hydropower Complex, involving a number of dams, penstocks, and hydroelectric power stations. is situated 3½ km southwest of Lethernt South.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Maskeliya and Dickoya.

Town
is a town in the of . It is the site of the 1974 crash of Martinair Flight 138, the worst air disaster in Sri Lanka. is situated 4 km south of Lethernt South.

Town
Dikoya is a town in in the of . Dikoya forms Hatton-Dikoya Urban Council with . is situated 4½ km east of Lethernt South.

Town
is a major town in the of , governed by the Hatton-Dickoya Urban Council. is a major centre of the Sri Lankan tea industry. is situated 4½ km northeast of Lethernt South.

Lethernt South

Latitude
6.8687° or 6° 52′ 7″ north
Longitude
80.5647° or 80° 33′ 53″ east
Elevation
1,171 metres (3,842 feet)
Open location code
6MR2VH97+FV
Geo­Names ID
7546489
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Notable Places Nearby

Highlights include Castlereigh Dam and Castlereigh Reservoir.

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