Joanna James
Situated on the Indian waters, Sri Lanka is popular as one of the greatest travel destinations of all time. Spend at least three weeks on this beautiful tropical island as you cross through tea plantations, mountains and jungles. Read on to know how you can plan your itinerary.
Commence your journey from the capital city of Sri Lanka, Colombo. Pettah is the best place to delve into the city's cultural diversity! With chaotic markets and crowded streets, a walk along the multi-ethnic Pettah area will give you a chance to mix and mingle with locals. These busy streets are lined with markets selling fresh fruits, vegetables, and even saris and electronics. As the locals call it, in Pettah district you can buy a suit made in one hour even though it may last for a few days.
When talking about the beautiful island country of Sri Lanka, the first thing that comes to one's mind will be its stunning beaches. From eastern and northern beaches to southern shorelines, you'll come across plenty of pristine beaches offering beauty, adventure, and exhilarating experiences to spice up your vacation. Therefore, it is important to look up each of these beaches before deciding where to begin your journey. Compared to a lot of southern coastal towns in Sri Lanka, Weligama, Mirissa, and Tangalle attract a plethora of tourists for surfing and whale watching. Prepare your senses to explore these most enticing south shorelines in Sri Lanka! Many Sri Lanka hotels and hospitality entities such as Heritance Hotels & Resorts offer idyllic beachfront stays to spice up your beach vacation in Sri Lanka.
Prepare to be amazed by Sri Lanka's abundant wildlife as you venture into its captivating national parks. Yala National Park, renowned for its majestic leopards, offers a thrilling safari experience. As the sun begins to rise, you'll witness elephants leisurely strolling through the verdant grasslands and colourful bird species soaring through the sky. Udawalawe National Park, on the other hand, presents a haven for elephants, where you can observe them in their natural habitat. The exhilarating encounters with these majestic creatures will leave an indelible mark on your heart.
Wondering whether you can have a memorable time in Kandy during your holiday in Sri Lanka? Sprawling mountain ranges, colonial buildings, magnificent Kandyan-inspired architecture, the meandering Kandy Lake (also known as the sea of milk) and lush forests completed this eye-catching city. Since it is nearly three hours away from the capital city of Colombo, many leisure travellers love to spend time here to explore exceptional historical and cultural attractions. Most importantly Kandy is known as a sacred city due to its spiritual importance of the Temple of the Tooth Relic. This temple with a golden roof houses an important Buddhist relic in Sri Lanka – a tooth of the Buddha.
Climbing Sigiriya Rock is one of the top reasons why many tourists travel to Sri Lanka. While the Lion Rock speaks volumes of rich culture and dramatic features like Mirror Wall and Lion's Paw, Pidurangala rock has a natural feel. Located adjacent to the Sigiriya Rock the summit of Pidurangala is famous for its dramatic sunrise. It's the perfect spot to enjoy 360-degree views of Sigiriya as well as surrounding valleys.
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A travel writer who has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.
