Joanna James
Set in the Anuradhapura District of Sri Lanka, Habarana is a small, charming, and laidback town blessed with some of nature's most beautiful wonders. Despite the city's small size and rural nature, there's a whole host of fun-filled things to do on offer that treat you to some blissful time away.
Sigiriya Rock Fortress — or Lion Rock, as tourists to the island nation know it — is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a site of historical and archaeological significance in Sri Lanka. Admiring the giant rock fortress from the ground alone is sure to blow your mind away, but the real treat lies at its peak, 180 metres high. The trek to the top of the rock fortress involves a good 1,000 steps — a workout that's bound to unleash your true adventurer — but it would be totally worth it once you get to enjoy the breathtaking panoramic views at the top.
Set in the heart of Sri Lanka's popular cultural triangle, Minneriya National Park is one of the biggest and largest of the 22 national parks in the island nation. A wide variety of animals such as leopards, toque macaque monkeys, spotted deer, sambar deer, wild buffalo, porcupine, wild boar, mongoose, and birdlife call the sprawling nature reserve home; however, it is best known for its incredible natural phenomenon known as 'the gathering'.
Another crown jewel of the cultural triangle of Sri Lanka, Dambulla Cave Temple, or the Golden Temple of Dambulla is a UNESCO World Heritage site and an ancient Buddhist temple, best known for its well-preserved cave monastery. The cave temple complex houses an impressive 157 statues depicting various Buddha postures and a whole host of colourful wall paintings and murals. Brimming with ancient architectural and cultural splendour, the striking cave temple is considered one of the most spectacular Buddhist complexes in the whole of Southern Asia.
Those craving a mellow, delightful experience in Habarana, make your way to the Habarana Lake for some laidback catamaran riding in the unruffled waters. The Habarana Lake is one of the most scenic and definitely tranquil places in the city of Habarana, where a mellow catamaran ride is sure to afford you oodles of peace and quiet and a few lovely moments as well, which makes for a truly memorable getaway.
No trip to Sri Lanka would be complete without getting a taste of the island nation's authentic cuisine and Habarana is no exception. Yearning foodies could embark on their exploration of local cuisine from the comfort of any Habarana hotel the likes of Cinnamon Lodge Habarana.
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