Sigiriya
Sigiriya is one of the most valuable historical monuments of Sri Lanka. Referred by visitors as the Greatest Wonder of the World this ancient royal palace and fortress complex has significant archaeological importance and attracts millions of tourists every year. Dating back to 477 AD, Sigiriya is considered one of South Asia’s best-preserved examples of urban planning and one of its most important archaeological sites. Sigiriya is a Unesco World Heritage Site.
It is probably the most visited tourist destination of Sri Lanka.
Tropical surfing paradise
Sri Lanka is genuinely a year-round holiday destination. If you’re after a bit of sun and surf, you’re good to travel in any month! Sri Lanka is one of the most reliable surfing destinations in the Indian Ocean. It is also known as the easily accessible tropical surfing paradise. Surfing camps in the Southern Province are hugely popular, Unawatuna, Weligama, Midigama, Mirissa, Hikkaduwa and Unawatuna to name a few. Take a great surfing break at Sri Lanka’s surfing mecca in Arugam Bay on the east coast.
Wildlife Safaris
The Sri Lankan leopard (Panthera pardus kotiya) is a leopard native to Sri Lanka. They are found in a range of habitats, Yala and Wilpattu. Enjoy wildlife safaris in Yala, Udawalawe, Wilpattu, Wasgamuwa, Kaudulla, Horton Plains National Parks among others. Sri Lanka has no less than 22 national parks. Top wildlife picks are Sri Lankan elephants, Sri Lankan Leopard, Sloth Bear, crocodiles & alligators, Indian pangolin and many others.
Sri Lanka is home to all kinds of amazing nature experiences, whether you’re into hiking in the wilderness, spotting wildlife or strolling around in the tropical sunshine.
Visit Sinharaja Forest Reserve – UNESCO World Heritage Centre, home to at least 139 endemic plant species.
Horton Plains is a national park in the central highlands, home to some of Sri Lanka’s most endangered bird species, amphibians, reptiles and mammals.
Leopard Country
Cultural capital
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Unmissable Attractions
There are many top attractions to visit when you are in Colombo. You can enjoy the sites and activities in short trips by tuk-tuk, cabs or public transport. Visit: Port City Colombo, National War Memorial, Mount Lavinia Beach, Galle Face Green, Colombo National Museum, Gangaramaya Temple, Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct.
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The Pekoe Trail – Amazing 300km trail through the Central Highlands
The Pekoe trail is a 300km trekking trail that travels through the central hills of Sri Lanka. The Peko Trail starting point is Hanthana that runs through the tea plantations and scenic slopes all the way to Nuwara Eliya. The trail that is about 300km had been divided into 22 stages. Each section is about…
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Beautiful Kandy, the Cultural Capital of Sri Lanka
Nestled in the green hills, surrounded by mountains and embellished by a lake that enhances unique and unspoiled landscapes, Kandy is the island’s historical and cultural capital. It is one of Sri Lanka’s main tourist destinations. Kandy is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to sacred landmarks, landscaped gardens, and cultural museums. The gateway to…
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300km trekking trail Ahangama Ambuluwawa Tower Colombo National Museum Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct Elephant bath in the river Elephant Orphanage Forest people Galle Face Green Gangaramaya Temple Greatest Wonder of the World Hela Medicine Hikes in Sri Lanka Idalgashinna Indigenous Hela People Kandapola Kandy Kandyan Dancing Kandy Esala Perahera Kandy Lake Lake Gregory Little England Lotus Tower Moon Plains Mount Lavinia Beach National War Memorial Nelum Kuluna Nuwara Eliya Pedro Tea Estate Pekoe Trail Pinnawala Port City Colombo Ragala Stilt Fishermen Stilt Fishing Temple of Sacred Tooth Relic The Grand Hotel Nuwara Eliya The Pekoe Trail Sri Lanka Trekking Hanthana Mountains Twin baby elephants Uda Pussellawa Railways UPR Vedda Veddah Wanniyala-Aetto
