Mahawa, Sri Lanka
Mahawa (also known as Maho) (Sinhalese: මහව) is a town in the North Western Province of Sri Lanka. British used the word "Maho" as the name for this town because they were unable to pronounce "Mahawa" properly. It is located in the Kurunegala District. Buddhists, Muslims, Hindus and Christians live in this town. The town is situated 4 kilometres (2.5 mi) north-west of the Yapahuwa Rock Fortress. In addition the area contains some famous irrigation tanks such as "Mediyawa" and "Abakolawewa".
It has a railway station, Maho railway station (also known as Mahawa railway station), which is located on the Northern line, which runs from Polgahawela to Kankesanthurai. It is near the junction of the Northern Line and the Batticaloa Line.
Education is delivered free of charge to all students of national schools, according to the government policy. These schools operate under both Government and Provincial Council.
Coordinates: 07°49′22″N 80°16′40″E / 7.82278°N 80.27778°E
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