Places To Visit in Sri Lanka
Sigiriya
Sigiriya Rock Sigiriya is one of the most valuable historical monuments of Sri Lanka. Referred by locals as the Eighth Wonder of the World this ancient palace and fortress complex has significant archaeological importance and attracts thousands of tourists every year. It is probably the most visited tourist destination of Sri Lanka. Sigiriya Rock Sigiriya […]
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Dambulla he city of Dambulla in Sri Lanka is just 5 hours from the bustling Colombo. Located in the Matale District, Central Province, Dambulla is famous because it houses the Dambulla Cave Temple – the largest, best-preserved, cave-temple complex in the country. Also known as Golden Rock Temple, this World Heritage Site comprises of a […]
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Polonnaruwa Polonnaruwa Kingdom or the Ancient city of Polonnaruwa was the second capital of Sri Lanka for three centuries between the 11th to 13th centuries after the destruction of the Anuradhapura Kingdom in 993. It is located in the north central province of Sri Lanka. Due to its archeological prominence and ancient technological superiority, UNESCO […]
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Pasikuda Beach Sri Lanka Pasikuda, meaning “green-algae-bay” is situated in Eastern seaboard of Sri Lanka between Kalkuda and the Indian Ocean, approximately 35 kilometers from Batticaloa Town. The turquoise blue waters of the bay attracts local and foreign tourist to this wide sandy place under the hot tropical sun to surf, swim or just frolic […]
Read MoreGal Oya National Park
Gal Oya National Park Established in 1954 to protect the catchment area of the Senanayake Samudraya reservoir, Gal Oya National Park is considered to be among the most scenically beautiful landscapes in Sri Lanka. It is the only national park in Sri Lanka where a safari by boat is possible: from which swimming elephants are […]
Read MoreArugam Bay
Arugam Bay Arugam Bay is a hidden gem located on the east coast of Sri Lanka. As it’s located far from the capital and other tourist attractions, it is not really popular among tourists. Thus, it has managed to retain its small-town charm while gaining popularity among travelers looking to explore some offbeat destinations in […]
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Kandy Kandy, the cultural capital of Sri Lanka, a World Heritage Site sits pretty in a valley surrounded by rings of mountains, 115km away from the seaport of Colombo. Right in the heart of the city center of Kandy is the man-made lake called Kiri Muhuda (Sinhala: the sea of milk), the one and only decorative lake in Sri Lanka. All other thousands of […]
Read MoreNuwara Eliya
Nuwara Eliya Nuwara Eliya is the perfect choice you can go with on your next holiday. The place offers you everything from its unique climate to beautiful tea estates. Nuwara Eliya has gained a wide popularity among its foreign visitors to enjoy the homely feeling this city provides. Some of the best things to do in […]
Read MoreElla Sri Lanka
Ella Tucked into Badulla District, Ella is a laid-back town drawing travellers to Sri Lanka’s highlands with tea plantations, mountain jungles and a cool climate. At an elevation of 1,041 metres, this wildlife-rich townhouse friendly town has ancient caves, centuries-old secluded temples, and the famous Ella Gap – a cleft between two hills overlooking lofty […]
Read MoreMirissa Tourism
Mirissa Mirissa is one of the most popular beach destinations in southern Sri Lanka, and for a good reason! The area has it all, beautiful Sri Lankan beaches, great waves for surfing, and waters teeming with marine life, from turtles to big blue whales. Spend your days enjoying fresh coconuts in your hammock, eating delicious food from […]
Read MoreGalle Sri Lanka
Galle Galle is known as the fortified beach city of the Portuguese which is situated along the southwestern coast of Sri Lanka. This place is prominently famous for the presence of the Galle Fort which is one of the UNESCO World Heritage sites that has been playing historical and cultural importance from the colonial era. […]
Read MoreYala National Park
Yala National Park Yala National Park is Sri Lanka’s most popular wildlife park due to the presence of many leopards. Sri Lanka is one of the few countries in the world where the population lives side-by-side with free-roaming animals. It isn’t uncommon to see elephants crossing roads or sneaking into a hotel lobby – a unique and […]
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Anuradhapura Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka’s first capital city, Even known as the Sacred City of Anuradhapura, is located in Northern Central Province, Sri Lanka. Anuradhapura is renowned for Archaeological sites, civilisation, food and attractions placed upon an iconic inheritance setting. Anuradhapura is a sacred city founded in the 4th century B.C. It has been a UNESCO World […]
Read MoreAdam’s Peak
Adam’s Peak Tourism As one of the most famous pilgrimage sites in the Indian subcontinent, Adam’s Peak is a 7,359 feet tall mountain in Sri Lanka, frequently visited by people of almost all major religions. It is widely known for Sri Pada, a foot-shaped indentation at the summit of the pyramid-like mountain. Also called the […]
Read MoreNegombo
Negombo Tourism Negombo is a quiet town on the west coast of Sri Lanka located 10 km from Bandaranaike International Airport. Deriving its name from the Negombo lagoon, the modest village is known for its white sandy beaches and turquoise-blue waters. Popular for being a beach resort town, it is also one of the important commercial […]
Read MoreJaffna Tourism
Jaffna Tourism Jaffna is probably Sri Lanka’s most historical city located at the northern tip on the country and the city from time to time had been passed under the rule of various kingdoms, governments and the armies. Unlike the country’s southern parts which are more influenced and in a way controlled by the Buddhist […]
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Kalpitiya Tourism Kalpitiya is a town surrounded by natural spaces and beaches. Kalpitiya covers a total area of 16.73 km²; the city has 14 islands with the main ones being Battalangunduwa, Palliyawatta, Uchchamunai, Periya Arichchalai, and Kakativu etc. Kalpitiya is one of the upcoming tourist destinations within Sri Lanka, providing activities such as kite surfing, […]
Read MoreKitulgala
Kitulgala Tourism Nestled among forested hills, Kitulgala is a small Sri Lankan town in the western region of the country. Best known for being the most popular location in Sri Lanka for white water rafting, a visit to Kitulgala is a terrific combination of nature and thrill. It is also one of the wettest places […]
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Mannar Island Tourism The island features an area of about 130 sq. km (50 sq. miles), which is mainly covered with palm trees, white sand, vegetation, fishing boats, and wild donkeys. Mannar Island, culturally, is a very fascinating place, where the island is lined with baobab trees, which are native to the African continent and […]
Read MoreHikkaduwa
Hikkaduwa Tourism Hikkaduwa finds itself nuzzled in the Galle district of South Western Sri Lanka, 2 hours away from Colombo. The beaches of Hikkaduwa have been visited since the 1970s for their vibrant nightlife and cuisine. The beaches are a surfer’s delight and have a large coral reef, the Hikkaduwa Coral Sanctuary, which is favourable for scuba […]
Read MorePinnawala
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage was launched to provide shelter and nourishment to abandoned, injured and maimed elephants. The ideology behind this project revolves around the care of abandoned baby elephants, who cannot survive without their mothers. The local park allows tourists to ride on, pet, and play with elephants. The animals are really […]
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