Known as the Pearl of the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka, is full of many interesting attractions sites and surroundings for any type of traveller or tourist. Some visit as nature lovers and some are bent on historical places of importance. And some others simply wish to bask in the sun particularly in the beautiful golden beaches around the country. Still there those who have an affinity to cultural and aesthetic aspects.
There are medical tourists now who look for ayurvedic treatments and spas. When seasons in their own country do not serve good, some come to Sri Lanka, a tropical country during such times. We see also tourists mostly students from university, spend a holiday for research and theses. Then there are the business travellers on serious corporate assignments but make the most of it with tour itineraries as well.
Whatever the reason maybe, the Sri Lankan tourism industry comprising government and private sectors working hand-in-hand put their best foot forward to ensure the visitors the optimum pleasure-filled stay with competent pricing and value for money offers. Hence, the island always occupies top positions in rankings among many countries when speaking of tourism and hospitality. This hallmark trait could be seen wherever you visit.
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Sigiriya, the Rock Fortress
Situated within the cultural triangle is the Sigiriya Rock Fortress near the city, Dambulla. It needs special mention here as the archaeological efforts have unravelled a marvel of engineering and water systems having been also a defense fortress to the secluded palace of a 5thC King, Kasyappa. He became unpopular since usurping the throne of […]
Jaffna, the city of Palmyra
Jaffna, the city of Palmyra as it is identified is at the Northern peninsula of Sri Lanka that has much historical significance but the 30 year war diminished its prominence as a tourist region. Nevertheless, now that there is peace prevailing and transport renewed with new train and bus services plying, many have begun their […]
Beaches in Sri Lanka
The Island of Sri Lanka has virtually blessed with many golden beaches around it. Yet, particularly some are developed to cater to the tourist’s leisure activities and relaxation. Here we give a few which are notably full of activities other than for fishing and whale watching tours. Let us start with Bentota, down from Colombo […]
Trincomalee
At 257km Northeast of Colombo is the Eastern Port city Trincomalee, known for its natural deep-water harbor, one of world’s finest and therefore cargo ships often berth if coming from far east prior to sailing towards Colombo. The name is a derivation of the Tamil term a Hindu Deity Koneshwarar and its abode on a […]
The Yala National park and Horton plains
Yala National park is located in the south – eastern of the island. It is a good spot to watch herds of elephants, tigers, reptiles and birds. The park was originally a hunting area, and in 1938 it was declared a national park. It is divided into five main areas; the one we are going […]
Cultural Triangle
Covering a triangular geographical area is the archaeologists’ demarcation to specify certain important cities or locations that are known for historical and heritage reputation. Monuments, inscriptions, ruins, artefacts etc, speak volumes on ancient glories and incredible feats although the modern world sees no relevance for today on the periphery. Yet, some of those residual aspects […]
Museums in Sri Lanka
Artefacts, antiques and souvenirs that have historical and sentimental values are preserved in museums all over the world. Sri Lanka too has endeavoured to preserve those under the purview of the Governmental authorities. These are not private collections. The Colombo National Museum is in Ananda Coomaraswamy Mawatha, Colombo 7 i.e. in the Metro’s centre. National […]
Safari and Nature Reserves
Botanists, biologists, ornithologists and ichthyologists or scientists altogether should consider Sri Lanka as the haven for almost all tropical life species as there are 92 types of mammals, 242 plus kinds of butterflies, 435 types of birds, 107 types of fish and 81 kinds of snakes in Sri Lanka. This is an approximate estimate for […]
The Tea Kingdom in Sri Lanka
Ceylon Tea as it has been known for centuries is supposed to be the best in the field of natural beverages. Sri Lanka was called Ceylon prior to the 70’s but the Tea industry retains the name Ceylon as the world over it is popularly recognised thus. Nuwara Eliya the main city that is nestled […]
Cave Temple at Dambulla
Caves are a common site in the interiors of the Island. More than being hideouts, they are developed into monasteries and worship places by the Buddhists of old. The one at Dambulla, a famed city for the Golden Rock Temple, has gained much attention during the last 5 decades or so. The city itself is […]
Temple of the Tooth Relic
The majority religion in Sri Lanka is Buddhism, even though Siddhartha Buddha was from India. The veneration is so strong that all over the land, shrines, temples and Bo Trees are a frequent sight. Nevertheless, among these certain cities and worship places demand special attention and pilgrimage. Of them the foremost is the Temple of […]
Dutch Fortress, Galle
Travel from Colombo 123 km along the coast to Galle the southern capital of Sri Lanka where you get the world heritage site, a Dutch Fort. It is one of the best preserved forts in South Asia which is built on an extent of 90 hectare. However the fortification was originally constructed by the Portuguese […]
Wilpattu National Park
The Wilpattu national park lies on the north – west of the island and recently it was reopened again to the general public and tourists. It is recommended to tour the park vehicles (4×4), and same for the cultural triangle excursion. Today, with proper coordination and training, you can enjoy the large reserve in where […]
Best of Kandy
The last bastion to be conquered by the British, Kandy is known as the hill capital of Sri Lanka. Culturally, the city boasts of a blend of British legendary and Sinhala heritage. The English did establish many institutes such as the Schools and Churches etching their imprints of language, culture and lifestyles that could be […]
Negombo Fishing hub
Tourists immediately recognize Negombo as the Katunayake International airport where they arrive is very close. Better known as the little Rome of Sri Lanka, this western port is reputed for the aggressive fishing activities that take place and the many varieties of fish, canals and a lagoon with rich bio-diverse characteristics. Bu the fish market […]
Kithulgala white waters
As a contrast to the sun soaked beaches the interior Sri Lanka has much to enjoy but in a different clime. A two-hour drive toward the inland from the hot and humid Colombo you enter one of the Rain patches of the Island and that is Kitulgala. As the Kelani river passes by, the area […]
Whale and Dolphin watching coasts
Being an Island in the Indian Ocean Sri Lanka possesses some of the most beautiful coastal cities around. And Dolphins and Whales of kinds that are not easily spotted elsewhere show up. Tricomalee in the East, Galle in the South and Kalpitiya in the North West coast are the three main places noted for watching […]
Minneriya National Park and Sinharaja
Encasing the famous and the islands largest Minneriya Tank is the Minneriya- Giritale National park in the northwest interior, which is a haven for a herd of almost 150 wild elephants, along with monkeys, spotted and spotless deer Sambar and tigers to add up the fauna population. June to September is the ideal for an […]
Festival Cities in Sri Lanka
Being a very religious nation hosting the major ones such as Buddhism, Hinduism, Christianity and Islam, comes to life during many seasons that are attributed to religious festivals. Each religion has its peculiar but prominent days of celebrations and they are mutually respected by one another, the government also recognising the importance granting holidays in […]