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Udawalawe National Park covers an area of 230,821 hectares and was declared in 1972. It is only 115 miles from Colombo.This Park is rich in Elephant population,There are about 500 Elephants and also you can see Wild Buffalo, Spotted Deer, Barking Deer, Wild Boar, Sambhur, Hare,...

Colombo Shopping

02 Oct 2018

As it is known to be the paradise of the Indian Ocean, it has to live up to its reputation and Colombo keeps it real in the nightclubs are few but the fun provided is in abundance. The people of Sri Lanka are the greatest to party with. They do not stop. The cost of partying is...

Bambarakanda Falls

29 Sep 2018

Located bit off from the Colombo-Badulla main road. The turning point is in Kalupahana and pretty easy to miss. The waterfall premise is well maintained and requires some walking and climbing through a pines forest. Concrete steps are laid out for the ease of visitors.there is a...

Guardstones- Anuradhapura

29 Sep 2018

The best Guardstone is found at the Ratnaprasada Chapter House of the Abhayagiriya Monastery Complex. Guardstone was originally started as a stone to stop the fall of the balustrade. The earliest Guardstones did not have any decorations, the second stage was with a groove on the...

Embekke Devalaya- Kandy

29 Sep 2018

The Embakke devalaya was built during AD 1357 – 1374 by a King Vikramabahu to worship the god by the name of Katharagama Deviyo. The significance of this devalaya is the wooden carvings on the pillars and also on the roof. It is said that each of the carvings is unique and...

Munneswaram Temple- Chilaw

This Temple in Chilaw is 50 miles north of Colombo and is one of the holiest Hindu Temples in Sri Lanka, coming down from the period before Ravana. Even King Ravana used to pay homage to this temple. The annual festival is held in July/August, where fire walking can also be...

DUNHINDA FALLS- BADULLA

The Dunhinda Falls is one of Sri Lanka’s most beautiful waterfalls located about 5 km off Badulla town. The waterfall, which is 63 metres (210 feet) high, gets its name from the spray, which surrounds the area at the foot of the waterfall. A Very attractive...

BERUWALA

Many interesting sightseeing tours are possible from Beruwala, such as the Turtle Hatchery, Mask Factory, Galle Fort, Mini Zoo, Garden Brief and “Lunuganga”. This is one of good beach resorts of the south coast with many hotels providing facilities for tourists. The beach...

Adam’s peak- Sri Padaya

In the South West of Sri Lanka’s highlands, a mountain with the air of Matterhorn emerges from the tropical mist. The Adam’s Peak, or Sri Pada in Sinhalese, it is located at altitude of 2243 m. Natural wonder of travelers, this mountain is before all the place of the...

Aukana Buddha Statue- Anuradhapura

Avukana Buddha statue, which has a height of more than 40 feet, was carved out of a large granite rock face during the 5th century. This statue in Abhaya mudrawa (අභය මුද්‍රාව), Constructed during the reign of Dhatusena. However, another story is that it was done by...

Moonstone Site- Anuradhapura

The moonstone (Sandakada Pahana) is a permanent feature of the buddhist building of all historical periods. This is a semi circular piece of stone which stood at the foot of a flight of steps in most buddhist buildings. Although the moonstone is generally semi circular, Sometimes...

Lovamahapaya (Brazen Palace) -Anuradhapura

Loha Prasada, also known as the Copper Palace or Brazen Palace, stands on the lawn in front of the Sri maha bodhi. It owes its name to the roof that used to contain bronze plates. The palace had nine floors was built by King Duttha Gamani in the 2nd century BC. The palace was...

Anuradhapura Samadhi Buddha Statue

TheSamadhi Statue is a statue situated at Mahamevnawa Park in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. The Buddha is depicted in the position of the Dhyana Mudra, the posture of meditation associated with his first Enlightenment. Whether the Buddha’s Enlightenment was the experience...

Anuradhapura -Twin Ponds (Kuttam Pokuna).

The Kuttam Pokuna, also known as the ‘Twin ponds’, belongs to the 6th century. The two baths are almost identical and have been built for monks. They are adjacent to each other and are 30 and 40 meters long, both 15 meters wide and 5 meters deep.The upper bath was...

Anuradhapura Royal Palace

Among other tourist attractions in Anuradhapura, Royal palace retained its glory and prestige for long ago. It is located about 200 m north from the Thuparama Dagoba .The first Royal dwelling was the residence of Sakka Prince Anuradha constructed in the 5th C. B.C. and...

Anuradhapura Mirisawetiya Dagoba

The Mirisaweti Stupa is situated in the ancient city of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. King Dutugamunu built the Mirisaveti Stupa after defeating King Elara. After placing the Buddha relics in the sceptre, he had gone to Tissa Wewa for a bath leaving the sceptre. After the bath he...

Lankarama Dagoba- Anuradhapura

Lankarama is a stupa built by King Valagamba, in an ancient place at Galhebakada in the ancient kingdom of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. Nothing is known about the ancient form of the stupa, and later this was renovated. The ruins show that there are rows of stone pillars and...

Abhayagiriya Dagoba- Anuradhapura

The Abhayagiri Dagoba is a huge brick stupa built slightly over 2,000 years ago, and for centuries after that, served as the focal point of an expansive monastery complex, stretching for hectares around. The 2nd tallest Dagoba in Sri Lanka constructed by King Valagambahu (103,...

Jethavanaramaya Dagoba- Anuradhapura

This Dagoba was built in 3rd century by king Mahasena, It was the third largest structure in the world that time. In addition that was the first ever largest brick structure built by man. It has been estimated over 90 million bricks were used for the project; enough...

Thuparama Dagoba- Anuradhapura

The first haistorical dagoba, constructed by King Devanampiyatissa in the 3rd C.B.C., enshrining the Collar Bone Relic of the Buddha. The Thupaghara (vata-da-ge) was built by King Vasabha (67-111 A.D.). In 840A.D. the Pandyans plundered all the valuables of the Thupa. King Sena...

Sri Maha Bodhi Tree – Anuradhapura

This bo tree ( fig tree) is the most sacred fig tree in buddism and it is believe to be the oldest in the world and existed for around 2000 plus years.. Every year millions come from all over the world to worship and attain blessing. Calm place to worship and meditation.The Jaya...

ANURADHAPURA ISURUMUNIYA TEMPLE

Archaeologists now believe that the old Issurumuniya Temple is the Dakkina Meghagiri Viharaya, where ceremonies for the Rain God were performed. There is an Uttara Meghagiri Viharaya in ruins now, on the northern side of the Abhayagiriya Temple. The Elephant sculpture, the small...

ANURADHAPURA VESSAGIRIYA

Great ancient place in Anuradhapura city. It is believed that Vessagiriya is the Issarasamana Viharaya, where 500 Buddhist Bhikkhus of the first Bhikkhus in the country who entered in to the Sasana with the Minister Aritta of King Devanampiyatissa (250-210 B.C.) in the 3rd...

YAPAHUWA

Located about 135 km from Colombo.A tooth temple of one of Sri Lanka’s ancient capitals. During a period of political instability, King Bhuvanekabahu 1 moved his capital to Yapahuwa in 1272 CE ,taking with him the sacred Tooth Relic. After his death, the fortress was...

Anuradhapura -Ruvanweliseya (Maha Thupa)

King Dutugemunu built the Maha Thupa and before he could complete he fell ill and knew that he would not be able to complete it. He asked his brother Saddahatissa to complete before his death and in order to satisfy the King, he covered the entire Dagoba with white cloth and...

Diyaluma Falls – Bandarawela

A beautiful waterfall and it’s worth climbing to the top so you can play and swim in the natural pools and then walk alongside the falls to the point where it drops. The Diyaluma Falls is the World’s 6th highest water fall. Above this big fall are several smaller ones to be...

MALIGAWILA – BUTTALA

A few Kilometers off the Wellawaya to Tanamalwila highway by Buduruwagala junction, this place is a hidden gem of 7-8 century rock carvings with the central image of Buddha. Incredibly spiritual and peaceful surrounded by jungle where apparently there are more ancient sites but...

BOGODA WOODEN BRIDGE

Bogoda Bridge is more than 400 years old, is the oldest wooden bridge to be standing in Sri Lanka. The bridge was built in 16th century during the Dambadeniaya Era and was built by the King Walagambahu. Bogoda temple is another hiding place of one of our greatest king,...

Muthurajawela

Muthurajawela Marsh is the famous attraction wetland of Negombo Lagoon. And is notable for its highly unique Ecosystem. It is a home to a variety of interdependent flora and fauna. Visitors can set sail on guided boat rides through the different ecological settings of the marsh...

Mahiyangana

Mahiyangana Raja Maha Vihara is an ancient Buddhist temple in Mahiyangana, Sri Lanka. It is believed to be the site of Gautama Buddha’s first visit to the country, and is one of the Solosmasthana, the 16 sacred religious locations in Sri Lanka. Currently this temple has...

Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery

Here you can spot several types of turtles and see turtles that were only 4-5 days old up to the oldest more than 100 years old and the person in charge will also walk you around the hatchery explaining how they secure the turtle eggs, care for them and then ultimately release...

Kitulgala

It is one of the most famous places for White Water Rafting adventures. Inside the jungles of Kitulgala there are plenty of camping opportunities which can be coupled with White Water Rafting, Bird Watching, Jungle walks, River bathing and many adventure activities. If...

Kelaniya Raja Maha Temple

One of the earliest Buddhist Dagobas traditionally believed to be the site visited by the Buddha 2500 years ago. According to the Mahavamsa, the “paddy-heap” shaped dagoba at Kelaniya marks the spot where the Buddha, on the request of a Naga king Maniakkika, sat on a ”gem-studded...

Ramba Viharaya

About 8 miles from Ambalantota on the Embilipitiya road, is the present Ramba Viharaya the capital of “Dolosdahasrata” (the Disstrict of 12,000 Villages) earlier called Mahanagahula or Manavulu.King Vijayabahu I (1055-1110 A.D.) made Manavulupura his capital to...

Trincomalee Koneshwaram Temple

Koneswaram Temple is a classical-medieval Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva in Trincomalee, Eastern Sri Lanka. The temple is situated atop Konesar Malai, a promontory that overlooks the Indian Ocean, the nearby eastern coast (the Trincomalee District), as well as...

Kandy (Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage)

25 Sep 2018

Best place to take kids.The place is very safe and all elephants are tamed. Can participate in many programmes such as elephant bath where elephants wash in the evening or can go on elephant rides, elephant feeding was fun. Check the elephant bathing times and feeding times...

LUNUGAMWEHERA NATIONAL PARK

25 Sep 2018

Lunugamvehera National Park is one of the major national park in Sri Lanka which situated and bordered to Yala National Park. By visiting here you could observe Wild Elephant, Wild Boar, Leopard, Wild Buffalo, Crocodiles, Spotted Deer, Rabbits, Peacock and variety of Birds. It...

WILPATTU NATIONAL PARK

25 Sep 2018

Wipattu National Park is about three hours away from Negombo. A great place to experience nature in Sri Lanka. This is the most wonderful wild sanctuary in Sri Lanka to see variety of wild animals.The history of the park is also of interest with ancient ruins having been...

Yala National Park

Ruhunu National Park covers 126,786 hectares including the Strict Natural Reserve (Block II). The most familiar is Block I (14,101 hectares) and this were established in 1938. Yala is famous for its big herds and large number of Elephants, Leopards, Spotted Deer, Sambhur,...

Colombo Nawam Perahera

One of the colorful Buddhist Cultural Pageants held in Sri Lanka annually is the Colombo Nawam Maha Perahera, held in February at the Gangarama Buddhist Temple. The Perahera revives the ancient forms of dancing by picking up dancing troupes from all parts of the country and...

Bentota

Bentota is a resort town on Sri Lanka’s southwest coast. Its long Bentota Beach stretches north, where it becomes a sandy strip known as Paradise Island, parallel to Bentota Lagoon. Coral-rich dive sites include Canoe Rock. On Bentota River, centuries-old Galapota Temple has a...

Ambalangoda

Ambalangoda is a coastal town located in Galle District, Southern Province of Sri Lanka. Governed by Ambalangoda Urban Council, the town is famous for its ancient devil masks and devil dancers. It is approximately 107 kilometres south of Colombo and is situated at an elevation of...

Rathnapura

Rathnapura, literally means ‘city of gems’ and is set like a gem itself in a panorama of glorious scenery. You will see the world famous Ceylon Sapphires being mined. Most of the Miners still rely on ‘Lady Luck’ to guide them through their digging, sifting washing and...

Hikkaduwa

Hikkaduwa is a small town on the south coast of Sri Lanka located in the Southern Province, about 17 km (11 mi) north-west of Galle and 98 km (61 mi) south of Colombo. Hikkaduwa’s beach and night life make it a popular tourist destination. It is a well-known international...

Unawatuna

Unawatuna is a coastal town in Galle district of Sri Lanka. Unawatuna is a major tourist attraction in Sri Lanka and famous for its beautiful beach and corals. It is a suburb of Galle, about 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) southeast to the city center and approximately 108 kilometres (67...

Mirissa

Mirissa is a small town on the south coast of Sri Lanka, located in the Matara District of the Southern Province. It is approximately 240 kilometres (150 mi) south of Colombo and is situated at an elevation of 4 metres (13 ft) above the sea level. Mirissa’s beach and night...

Kite Surfing in Kalpitiya

Kiteboarding is a surface water sport combining aspects of wakeboarding, snowboarding, windsurfing, surfing, paragliding, skateboarding and gymnastics into one extreme sport. A kiteboarder harnesses the power of the wind with a large controllable power kite to be propelled across...

Negombo

Negombo is a major tourist destination in Sri Lanka. This city is an ideal and liberal place with luxury, tropical life style, for those who want quick access to and from the country’s main international airport and also to Colombo city. The 100 km canal network...

Paintball in Hanwella

05 Aug 2016

The Place Hustler’s Paintball Center is run by the same people who do the Excel World Paintball Center. Shane is the person who handles entire operations you’ll need to contact him well before you plan on going there. The Paintball Center is located near the Kelani River...

Ella

04 Aug 2016

Ella is a small town in the Badulla District of Uva Province, Sri Lanka governed by an Urban Council. It is approximately 200 kilometres (120 mi) east of Colombo and is situated at an elevation of 1,041 metres (3,415 ft) above the sea level. The area has a rich bio-diversity...

Habarana

04 Aug 2016

Habarana is a small city in the Anuradhapura District of Sri Lanka. The location has some mid-range and up hotels aimed at package tourists, and is a departure point for other nearby locations of greater interest. Habarana is a popular tourist destination for safari lovers as it...

Yala

02 Aug 2016

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Yala National Park is the most visited and second largest national park in Sri Lanka. The park consists of five blocks, two of which are now open to the public, and also adjoining parks. The blocks have individual names such as, Ruhuna National Park (block 1) and Kumana National...

Sinharaja

01 Aug 2016

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Sinharaja Forest Reserve is a national park and a biodiversity hotspot in Sri Lanka. It is of international significance and has been designated a Biosphere Reserve and World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The hilly virgin rainforest, part of the Sri Lanka lowland rain forests...

Anuradhapura

30 Jul 2016

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Anuradhapura is a major city in Sri Lanka. It is the capital city of North Central Province, Sri Lanka and the capital of Anuradhapura District. Anuradhapura is one of the ancient capitals of Sri Lanka, famous for its well-preserved ruins of ancient Sri Lankan civilization. It...

Polonnaruwa

30 Jul 2016

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Poḷonnaruwa is the main town of Polonnaruwa District in North Central Province, Sri Lanka. Kaduruwela area is the Polonnaruwa New Town and the other part of Polonnaruwa remains as the royal ancient city of the Kingdom of Polonnaruwa. The second most ancient of Sri Lanka’s...

Sigiriya

28 Jul 2016

Sigiriya or Lion’s Rock is an ancient rock fortress located in the central Matale District near the town of Dambulla in the Central Province, Sri Lanka. The name refers to a site of historical and archaeological significance that is dominated by a massive column of rock nearly...

Dambulla

27 Jul 2016

Dambulla is a large town, situated in the Matale District, Central Province of Sri Lanka, situated 148 km (92 mi) north-east of Colombo and 72 km (45 mi) north of Kandy. Due to its location at a major junction, it’s the center of vegetable distribution in the country. Major...

Kandy

25 Jul 2016

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Kandy is a major city in Sri Lanka, located in the Central Province, Sri Lanka. It is the second largest city in the country after Colombo. It was the last capital of the ancient kings’ era of Sri Lanka. The city lies in the midst of hills in the Kandy plateau, which...

Arugam Bay

23 Jul 2016

Arugam Bay is a bay situated on the Indian Ocean in the dry zone of Sri Lanka’s southeast coast. The bay is located 320 kilometers (200 mi) due east of Colombo, and approximately 4 kilometers (2.5 mi) south of the market town of Pottuvil. The Arugam Bay area is home to a...

Kalpitiya

22 Jul 2016

Kalpitiya is located in the North Western province of Sri Lanka. It is known for its serene beauty. It consists of 14 islands. Rich in natural beauty, Kalpitiya’s history is no less interesting. Records going far back reveal that the peninsula was associated with maritime...

Mihintale

22 Jul 2016