Joanna James
Planning a visit to the beautifully decadent tropical island of Sri Lanka? There here are some interesting things to in during your stay on the island, that are sure to add to your unforgettable experience there.
The thriving tea industry lies at the heart of the island's economy and is certainly a charming throwback the Sri Lanka's colonial yesteryear rich with the heritage and culture of Britain. Visitors should not miss out on the chance to tour and take in neatly terraced tea estates, watch the working of a traditional tea factory and the opportunity to purchase your very own samples to take back home as gifts for your loved ones. Most of the best hotels in Sri Lanka such as those offered by chains like Aitken Spence Hotels will be happy to arrange for a guided tour upon the request of their guests.
The leopard is easily Sri Lanka's alpha predator and is heavily protected in several national parks found on the island. One has the best chance to spot the elusive leopard in the famed Yala National Park which is known for being Sri Lanka's number one leopard sanctuary.
The southern tip of the island happens to edge the continental shelf, which happens to be a spot favoured by blue whales who often swim close to nearby beaches. Those keen on catching a glimpse of these magnificent creatures should consider going whale watching anywhere between the months of January to April, as large pods of blue whales tend to pass Sri Lanka on their way to the western side of the Indian Ocean.
Kandy happens to be the last stronghold of Sri Lankan kings and today stands as a getaway for city dwellers from the Western Province keen on escaping the sweltering heat of the tropics. While in Kandy one has the choice of visiting the famed Temple of the Tooth Relic, which houses Lord Buddha's tooth, taking in the lovely Kandy Lake and the winding promenade surrounding it along with a host of other activities.
No visit to Sri Lanka is complete without taking the time out to visit the city of Galle to experience and immerse yourself in colonial charm and splendour. Upon visiting top activities to indulge in include paying a visit to the beautiful Galle Fort once the stronghold of the Dutch and then the invading British, catching some waves on the beautiful beaches that surround the city, taking the time out to check the expansive culinary scene that the city of Galle has since cultivated.
Given that Sri Lanka is a beautiful island surrounded by the vast expanses of the Indian Ocean, seafood lovers will be happy to know there are plenty of delicious seafood-based meals to indulge in. There are plenty of seafood restaurants where one can feast on jumbo prawns, lobster, crab and more as well.
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