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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Galle Fort
Galle is a charming, coastal city in southern Sri Lanka, located 120 km far from the main Colombo city. The gorgeous looking Dutch Fort in Galle has been declared a World Heritage Site. Inside Galle Fort, travelers will find winding cobblestone streets, art galleries, jewelry boutiques, laid-back cafes and colonial architecture.
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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. The food in Sri Lanka is…
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Ella
Tucked away in the misty Sri Lankan high country, amongst idyllic green hills and gushing waterfalls, lies Ella: one of most appealing destinations in the island. Lots of people make Ella as one of their must visit destination just to witness the breath-taking views it creates. It is a dream place for many trekkers with…
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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
