It is located within Central Province, between Kandy and Teldeniya on A26 road.

Philanthropist Alhaji Azeez Muhammedh Rauf introduced dolomite to Sri Lanka.

After submerging Teldeniya, Digana became the popular alternative town to all neighbourhoods.

In March 2018, it was the site of mob attack causing communal violence against Muslim-owned homes, businesses, and at least one mosque, leading to the declaration of a state of emergency.

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