Guide to Sri Lanka Attractions

Sri Lanka Attractions

Arugam bay

Arugam is a small fishing village on the East Coast of Sri Lanka. The discovery of the bay by surfers has made Arugam Bay one of the sought after surfing spots in Sri Lanka tourism.The beautiful bay with its gorgeous sweeping sand with amazing swells and long consistent breaks is one of the top ten surfing destinations in the world.The spectacular view, the sugar sandy beaches and the surroundings tropical forests with choice wild life gives it an ambience that falls a little short of being extravagantly exotic.This makes it a perfect place to unwind and allow the sea to seduce you in to snorkeling, swimming and surfing with a sigh of satisfaction that you planned your holiday well.The surfers will find three points on the stretch of beach that attracts surfers from around the world from April to October.Pottuvil Point which is an hour and a half away by a cab or a tuk tuk is considered by seasoned surfers to be out of a dream of. It is a deserted stretch of sandy beach strewn with huge boulders at the edge. Arugam Point is the main break at Arugam Bay and attracts the most number of surfers during the surfing season.Crocodile Rock is the third and the last of the three. An added attraction here is the possibility of your sighting crocodile, water buffalo, elephant, peacock, eagle or kingfishers that frequent the lagoon. This surfer’s paradise has side walk cafes that serve delicious rice and curry and accommodation ranging from luxury holiday resorts to cheap Sri Lanka holidays. Any Sri Lanka Tailor made holiday which includes Arugam Bay is a sure experience, be it for surfing or relaxation.

Anuradhapura

Anuradhapura is one of the island’s most famous ancient cities, firmly in place in any tours in Sri Lanka.The ancient ruins predating the Christian era puts Anuradhapura in the pantheon of human history along with Athens, Alexandria and Patalipurhra. It depicts the trajectory of the Sinhalese civilization from the time it was founded in 4th century BC.The Mahavamsa, the historical chronicle affirms that the city was founded in 380 BC. The capital city of Sinhala Kings of Sri Lanka suffered, survived, was razed to the ground and was rebuilt as most other cities whose prosperity and the envy of rulers in its proximity was a recipe for recurring disasters and innovative engineering in reconstruction.The past grandeur is narrated by a fascinating collection of ancient ruins some of which have been painstakingly restored. The remote past of a majestic capital and a monastic city of benevolent kings, despotic monarchs, retreating rulers and heroic conquerors reach out to you from Sri Lanka history.The Dagoba – Thuparamaya was built by King Devanam Piya Tissa in 3rd century BC to enshrine the clavicle of the Buddha, considered a sacred relic that was gifted to the King by the Mauryan Missionary Emperor Asoka. The city was conquered and sacked by Pandyan kings in the 9th century. The destruction in AD 993 by an invading Indian King brought an end to the city as the capital of Sri Lanka. Close to Anuradhapura is Mihintale, the oldest and the first wildlife sanctuary of all mankind. The story goes that King Devanam Piyatissa who was a deer hunt when he found Arahant Mahinda and by royal edict declared the entire area as a protected reserve a tradition that continues to this day. Other than Mihintale, there are more than 14 protected wild life parks you can visit on your Sri Lanka trip.

Heritage

With a history expanding over 3000years, Sri Lanka holds some of world’s ancient cities including Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa and Digamadulla; their once glorious townships, palaces, temples, monasteries, hospitals and theaters intricately carved and modeled out of stone lay and abandoned and forgotten with time amidst the soaring jungles.

Of all the ancient cities of Lanka, the most famed and most exquisite is the Kingdom of Anuradhapura. Sri Lanka’s third and the longest serving capital and one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world is also one of the most sacred cities of World Buddhists. It was the capital of Sri Lanka from the Fourth Century BC up to the turn of the eleventh Century and was one of the most stable and durable centers of political power and urban life in South Asia.

Sigiriya, a fifth century AD fortress and a water garden displays some of the most futuristic elements of landscaping and some of the oldest murals recorded in the country.

Polonnaruwa, the second most ancient kingdom of the country boasts of Irrigation systems that are far superior to those of the and they still provide irrigation water to the farmers in and around Polonnaruwa.Digamadulla, the Eastern kingdom of Sri Lanka was the agricultural and spiritual capital of the country during the Anuradhapura kingdom.

Sri Lanka’s last kingdom the Kingdome of Kandy is a testament to the Sri Lankan’s ability to pick up and rise from ashes. After being burned and ravaged more than thrice by the invading Portuguese the Kandyan Kingdom still holds beautifully carved and built houses, palaces and temple preserved for nearly 500 years.

Pristine

With nearly 1600 km of of palm fringed Coastline baked to perfection surrounding the country Sri Lanka is the ideal destination for beach bums worldwide. May it be windsurfing, kayaking, yachting, water skiing, scuba diving or jut lazing around for the perfect tan, Sri Lanka offers it all.

The two monsoon winds providing rain to the two corners of the country at various periods, makes Sri Lanka’s beach holiday a year round prospect. The north east winds make the south western coast sunny and the sea calm from November to March. The South West winds make the East Coast waters quiet with the constant sun shine happily in agreement.

The best of the Southern beaches include Tangalla, Beruwala, Mirissa, Bentota and Unawatuna with varying options including chic boutique hotels, glowing coral reefs, gentle sandbars and undiscovered corners of paradise.

Although Sri Lanka’s southern beaches has been long discovered by the international traveller the east coast is yet to be fully discovered. The most known among the Eastern beaches is the Arugam Bay, the high church of surfing enthusiasts’ in the region. Once a mere rumour, Uppuveli beach is also open to the sun seekers after a three decade long civil war.

On the Western corner of the country to the north of Colombo is the Negambo lagoon. Its beaches, an old favourite with local and foreign visitors and lagoon famed for lobster harvesting. Despite having a ring of sandy beaches surrounding the country, Galle Face Green, a half a kilometre stretch between Galle Road and Indian Ocean is the playground of the Colombians.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

General Information

IMPORTANT NOTICE

With effect from 1st January 2012, all Holiday or Business travelers to Sri Lanka must have Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) for entering in to Sri Lanka. Please visit ...

General Information

IMPORTANT NOTICE

With effect from 1st January 2012, all Holiday or Business travelers to Sri Lanka must have Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) for entering in to Sri Lanka. Please visit http://www.eta.gov.lk for more information.

The facility for applying Business Purpose Visa is at present available only at the Head Office of the Department of Immigration & Emigration and the Sri Lankan Overseas Missions.

When applying ETA by third parties payments are to be made through the arrangement made in our website www.eta.gov.lk and obtain acknowledgement of ETA application. Any payments made to other websites or agencies are not valid to process a valid ETA. Therefore, always ensure that the payments made by accessing to Sri Lanka ETA website and avoid making repayment at the port of entry to Sri Lanka.

What is a Sri Lankan Visa?

A Sri Lankan visa is an endorsement on a passport or a similar document to facilitate the legal entry of non Sri Lankans into the country and to regulate the period of their stay and the conditions governing such stay.

What are the Types of Sri Lankan Visas?

There are four kinds of visas which permit a person to enter and/or stay in Sri Lanka.

Visit Visa

A Visit Visa is an entry permit signifying the consent of the Sri Lankan Government for the admission of a foreign national to the country. The Visa contains details of the period of time and the condition/s of the stay.

There are two sub-categories which come under visit visas :-

1. Tourist Visit Visa

A Tourist Visa is issued to bona-fide tourists who want to enter Sri Lanka for sightseeing, excursions, relaxation, visit relatives or yoga training for a short period of time.

2. Business Purpose Visa

A Business Purpose Visa is issued to foreign nationals who visit Sri Lanka for business purposes for short period of time. This visa may be issued for single or double journeys.

Residence Visa

A residence visa is a permit for a non-Sri Lankan to obtain residence facilities for special purposes.There are eight sub-categories which come under residence visas -

What Eligibility category do I belong?

1. Employment Category

Project Professional personnel whose services are required for projects approved by the state and expatriate personnel employed in projects under Board of Investment (BOI) of Sri Lanka and their dependants
Personnel employed at banks and their dependants
Volunteers
Personnel attached to Non-Governmental Organizations
Personnel employed in a project, institution or organization under diplomatic missions in Sri Lanka
Personnel employed in a private company and their dependants

2. Investor Category

Who desire to invest monetary capital in Sri Lanka

Who engage in business activities in Sri Lanka.

3. Religious Category

Members of the Clergy

4. Student Category

University Students
Students in Educational Institutions approved by the State
Other Institutions

5. Registered Indians covered by the 1954 Indo-Lanka Agreement.

6. Ex- Sri Lankans and their dependants

7. Family Members of a Sri Lankan

Spouses
Children holding foreign nationality.

8. Diplomatic and Official visa
9. My Dream Home Visa Programme
10. Resident Guest Visa Programme

Transit Visa

A Transit Visa is an entry permit granted to a foreign national for admission into Sri Lanka for a brief period which is incidential and in the course of his journey to another destination.

Gratis Visa

The holder of a Diplomatic or Official Passport or a passport with a valid Diplomatic or Official endorsement will not be required to pay any fees for the visa.

Who are eligible for Visa Exemptions?

Sri Lankan dual citizens.
Children whose birth has been registered under section 5(2) of Citizenship Act - 1948 upto 21 years of age.
Children born in Sri Lanka for Sri Lankan parents under 21 years of age.

What are the general eligibility requirements for Sri Lankan Visas?

Sri Lanka Immigration and Emigration may grant or issue a visa to you if -

Sri Lanka Immigration & Emigration is satisfied that you are suitable to enter Sri Lanka.
Sri Lanka Immigration & Emigration approves the purpose for which you are entering Sri Lanka.
You hold a passport valid for a minimum period of six months from the date you arrive in Sri Lanka.
Sri Lanka Immigration & Emigration is satisfied that you have adequate funds for your maintenance whilst in Sri Lanka and for the payment of your return passage to the country which issued your passport.
You are in possession of a written assurance (ticket) to return to the country of domicile or a visa to the next country of destination if you are a visit visa holder.

What are the general conditions of a Visit Visa?

You should not engage in any form of employment, paid or unpaid, or in any trade or business other than that specified in the visa during the period of your stay in Sri Lanka.
Your visa must be utilized before the date of expiry noted on the visa.
Validity of your visa is subject to entry into Sri Lanka during the indicated entry period.
Applications for the extension of all visas should be made to the Department of Immigration and Emigration.

Travel to Sri Lanka

Traveling down the mountain slopes one comes to Ratnapura - the City of Gems - known from ancient times and mentioned in the tales of the Sheherazade or Arabian Nights. It was to Ratnapura in Sri Lanka that Sinbad came to obtain sapphires, rubies, cat's eyes and other gems of priceless value. It was from Sri Lanka and Ratnapura that King Solomon obtained the gems and other gifts such as peacocks and elephants to woo the Queen of Sheba. Ratnapura and its surrounds still abound in gems, much sought after by the world. Tradition has it, that the gems that are found in the riverbeds around Ratnapura, are in fact the crystallized tears of Adam & Eve as they wept after being banished from the real Eden to this other Eden.

Always a few hours driving distance away is the wildlife of Sri Lanka, given sanctuary in many national parks, and strict nature reserves. Here one can see the elephant and leopard roam in freedom, as do the sloth bear, the spotted deer and Sambhur. There are peacocks aplenty displaying the vibrant colours of their tails to attract mates, as well as many species of parrot, stork, swift, the Brahiminy Kite, the Fishing Eagle, the colourful Kingfishers and Woodpeckers, and the unique tailor birds and weavers to name only a few. The inviting warm tropical climate of Sri Lanka also brings in a large number of winged visitors from as far away as Siberia to escape the cold of the winter, the most colourful of these being the Siberian Flamingo. There are also plenty of tern and wild duck that come here during the winter adding to the island's own 150 plus species of indigenous birds.

By far the biggest attraction of Sri Lanka is its people. The Sinhalese, Tamils and Muslims are all friendly by nature and the country has an unsullied record of hospitality over the centuries. It is a land of smiles and a warm welcome, observed by Anton Chekov, Bernard Shaw and Sir Arthur C. Clarke who has made Sri Lanka his home, and the inspiration for at least two of his books. It is known as a land of tolerance that has been tempered over the years by the teachings of the Buddha. Its overall Buddhist culture, with a lasting blend of Hindu influence has been the source of an ancient civilization, with masterpieces of sculpture, construction, and irrigation that have lasted to this day in the several ancient and medieval cities that bear testimony to Sri Lanka's historic splendour. The huge irrigation tanks that dammed rivers and also harnessed the rain from the 1st Century BC are known as marvels of a unique hydraulic civilization and still provide the water for the rice field of today. At the beginning of a new millennium, Sri Lanka that has known much of history, still beckons as a land of splendour far beyond the limits of a tropical isle.

Geography
Sri Lanka is an island situated at the southern tip of india in the Indian Ocean. From North to South - 432 km From East to West - 224 km Total area - 65, 525 sq. km

Population
The majority of Sri Lankans are Singhalese and Buddhists, but the total population is a mixture of Tamil, Moor, Burgher (people of european descent). Sinhala, Tamil and English are the national languages. English is spoken throughout the island.

Time
Sri Lanka is +5 ½ Greenwich Mean Time.

Climate
The south-west monsoon brings rain to the western, southern and central regions from May to July, while the north-eastern monsoon occurs in the north and east in December and January. The weather is finest in the coastal regions and hill country of the south-west from October to March. The temperature in the lowlands averages 27 degrees Celsius. However, temperatures fall rapidly with altitude. In Kandy the temperature on average is around 20 degrees Celsius and in Nuwara Eliya it is often below 15 degrees Celsius.

Clothing
Lightweight clothing is recommended. It is a good idea to be conservatively dressed on the streets and shorts are not permitted in places of worship. Footwear off in temples. A light sweater is recommended in the hill country. Bring rain proofs, avoid synthetics.

Telephones
Card operated telephone booths and cyber cafes can be found in most towns. Cards can be obtained at the nearest grocery shop or kiosk. Mobile telephone rentals are also freely available.

Health
It is safer not to drink water from the tap though water in major towns are treated. Boiled water, bottled water and water and ice at reputed hotels are safe. Government run hospitals and a number of private hospitals are available in the event of an emergency. Most hospitals are well equipped with medical specialists on call at any time of day. Reputed hotels have a Doctor on call.

Electricity
210-240 volts, 50Hz, Alternating Current / Plug sockets take round pins.

Currency
The currency in Sri Lanka is the Rupee. The value fluctuates with world market rates. All commercial banks are authorized to exchange money and so are most tourist class hotels. American Express, Master Card and Visa Card are also widely accepted.

Visas
Nationals of most countries may obtain visas on arrival, at the airport. It is best to check with your nearest Sri Lankan diplomatic mission or consulate. The visa that is issued at the point of entry is only valid for 30 days. Extensions can be obtained, if required, from the Department of Immigration & Emigration in Colombo.

Shopping
Sri Lanka offers good bargains in ceramics, garments, leather goods, gems etc.

Communications
The general post office is situated in the city of Colombo. Other towns have central post offices. Privately run agency post offices, cyber cafes, communication centers also function throughout most of the country.

Abour Sri Lanka

Those of the Islamic faith believe it to be the footprint of Adam, the first man, who stood there on one leg for a year, in repentance after being banished from the Garden of Eden. To Hindus it is the footprint of the Lord Shiva, and they call it "Shivanadi Paadam". Eastern Christians believe the depression to have been caused by the knee of St. Thomas, the Apostle of Christ who came to preach in India and the East, as he knelt down in repentance for his doubting the divinity of Christ. Nowhere in the world do the four major faiths mingle in this manner, and it is from the springs at Adam's Peak or "Sri Paada" (the sacred footprint) as referred to by Buddhists, that the four main rivers of the country begin their flow to the sea, meandering through mountain and valley. Not without reason has Sri Lanka also been referred to by travel writers of the past as "this other Eden".

Sri Lanka

This beautiful island country is the land of astonishing diversity highly acclaimed as one of the most beautiful tourist destinations in Asia. Being so small in size, it is truly blessed by many fascinating attractions that no other island in this world offers to its visitors. It is endowed with charming natural beauty, sun kissed beaches, rich culture and heritage, wildlife parks, museums, art galleries, colorful festivals, world famous gems, etc. More of all the world class hospitality, amiable climate, mouth watering cuisines and easy accessibility have truly made Sri Lanka a great tourists destination and tourist's paradise.

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Toyota Prius has a capacity of housing 3 passengers along with a driver plus a good space for luggage. You can accommodate total of 4 bags in which 2 large and 2 small bags can be taken along with you. The seating of this car is very comfortable so long distance continuous journeys can be made here with no in convenience.

Deep-Sea Fishing

Deep-Sea Fishing As the waves plummet the sides of the boat and the sea birds call above your head, the ocean’s scent and the thrill of the chase is exhilarating. Shark, Marlin, Tuna, the big names in deep-water game fishing roam Sri Lanka’s deep seas. Closer to shore the calmer waters teem with a variety of species, and the hospitable local fishermen are only too willing to invite visitors to join them on their daily or nightly excursions off the coastline.

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Buduruwagala Rock Temple

Little Visited by Foreign Tourist, Buduruwagala Boasts Seven Colossal rock-cut figures that are said to date from 10th Century. Carved in Low Relief, the impressive sculptures belong Mahayana School of Buddhism, Which Enjoyed Royal Patronage between the 03rd & 10th Century AD.

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In the Centre is a 16 M (52ft) high standing Buddha in the “abhaya mudra” Flanked on Either Side by a group of three sculptures. The Central of the Three Figures to the Buddha’s right is thought to Represent Avalokitesvara, the Bodhisathva of compassion in Mahayana Buddhism. He can be identified by the Image of Meditating Buddha on the crown he wears. The figure still bears orange paint around the head and white stucco on the Body; all the other sculptures may originally have been decorated in a similar fashion. The female figures to the right thought to be the Mahayana hoddess,Tara

Among the Group of Figures to the left of the Buddha, the one in center is believed to be Maitreya, the Fifth and Future Buddha. Sculpture to his left depicts the Tibetan Bodhisattva Vajirapani symbol, while the figure to right is thought to be Vishnu.

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The turtles are one of the rare species found in the world. As far as turtles concerned, they are the top on the endangered list all around the world....

The turtles are one of the rare species found in the world. As far as turtles concerned, they are the top on the endangered list all around the world. There are all together seven turtle species have listed up to now, such as green turtle, hawks bill turtle, Oliver twist turtle, leather back turtle, kemp's ridly, and flat back. But five of these are presenting in srilanka coastal area.

Now a days so many turtle hatcheries are mushrooming along the southern coastal belt. They are doing a great favor to increase the capacity of this giants descending from Jurassic period.

The turtles get together in certain areas of the ocean annually to mate. After mating the female turtles come to the sea shore to lay their eggs. They are supposed to lay eggs after they attain the age of about 30 years. They are said to lay their eggs on the sea shore at night. It is said that these turtles prefer to lay their eggs on the same beach they were born. They are supposed to lay about 120 eggs at a time.

Their eggs are white and they are similar to Ping-Pong balls. The eggs are kept damp by the female turtle by emitting a juice to cover the eggs. After laying eggs these turtles go back to the ocean. They keep no connection with the eggs or their new born kids. The eggs are hatched with the help of the warm sand heated by the rays of the sun.

After a hatching of nearly 60 days these tiny ones are making their own way right direct to the deep blue sea. This time they may get the dangerous attractions from birds, crabs and fish. Few of them will survive for breed their posterity. Humans are the main threaten for them. To avoid these circumstances social services have started to protect them in hatcheries.

They buy eggs from villagers and they spend whole nights when the nesting season starts for turtles on the beach to find eggs. The baby turtles hatch after 48 days if they can get lots of sun shine where it is raining take up to 60 days before the turtles emerge from the eggs. They are then placed in the tanks and for first 3 days remain without food to cleanse them of material ingested form the eggshell.

Hatchery holders feed them with tiny fish two times each day. In this time they learning to dive down into the tank to take the food. After they can be safely released into the sea where they can fish for themselves on the coral reefs. Turtles are frequently injured at sea as many of them get caught in fishing nets. After three months of time they release them in to the sea.

Peraliya in Telwatta Hikkaduwa and Kosgoda area is famous for turtle hatcheries. All the five species are displaying in these places. They may charge a little amount for the maintenances of the turtles. Well, no need to think twice to look them on your necked eyes as really as in the deep blue sea.

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Dutch Fort, Galle

Dutch Fort at Galle, close to the island’s southernmost point, 173km from Colombo, has the distinction of being the best-preserved sea fort in South Asia....

Dutch Fort at Galle, close to the island’s southernmost point, 173km from Colombo, has the distinction of being the best-preserved sea fort in South Asia. A living heritage site, this 90 hectare (222 acre) attraction is a superb blend of architecture, with fortifications that resemble those in the coastal areas of Portugal. The fall of Galle to the Dutch in 1640 saw its fortifications consolidated further along the lines of the fortified cities of Europe. The Dutch and the English colonial styles are evident in the deep verandahs of houses supported by timber or masonry pillars. Originally established by the Portuguese in the 16th Century, it reached its zenith under Dutch rule in the 18th Century, providing spacious housing, wide roads and all necessary facilities within its walls including an intricate sewage system that was ahead of its time.

When it comes to fortified towns, nothing can compete with the Dutch Fort in Galle. This World Heritage Site on the south coast was the main port of call for ships sailing between the East and Europe.

Today, inside the Fort you will find that it exudes old-world charm. Within the ramparts and stonewalls of the old Galle Fort – which spreads over a 36-hectare peninsula — magnificent buildings remain. The narrow streets are dotted with Dutch colonial villas and there's a welcome absence of vehicular traffic. There are several museums and antique shops that display curiosities from the island's colonial era. Of the many colonial buildings, perhaps the most absorbing is the Dutch Reformed Church, containing ornately carved memorials to the city's Dutch settlers. The original entrance gate to the Fort, on the northeast side of the peninsula still bears the carved insignia of the Dutch East Indies Company (or VOC, from “Vereenigde Oost Indische Compagnie”). The Fort also hosts some of the island's most exclusive boutique-style accommodation in former villas restored to their colonial glory.

Top Sri Lanka Tours

$50 Per Day

ONE DAY TREKKING TOURS

Option - 1 :
Knuckles Mountain Range - ( unesco world Heritage site. )
Marvelous view / Pigmy forest / Waterfalls

Option - 1 :
Knuckles Mountain Range - ( unesco world Heritage site. )
Marvelous view / Pigmy forest / Waterfalls

After breakfast ( 7.30 am ) proceed to knuckles mountain range, It is informed that while going to knuckles range. we have to pass through remote village. and it around 1800 m from the mean sea level. which is a amazing area comprise with pigmy forest fauna and flora. the science of several kinds endemic birds. monkey, porcupine, wild pole and civet cats etc. and also able to have glimpse of sambur deer, barking deer, and leopard. once in a blue moon and this will be a tour that will never forget one who attend same.
After visit returning to kandy

Total working around 14 km
morning leave about at 7.30 am.

Option - 2 :
Knuckles Mountain Range - ( unesco world Heritage site. )
Marvelous view / Pigmy forest / Waterfalls

After breakfast ( 7.30 am ) proceed to knuckles mountain range, Through the amazing tea plantations and pigmy forest it is possible to witness the science of sceneries over the forest area together with waterfalls and those working under forest canopy, with a panoramic view. several kind of endemic birds, beard monkey, porcupine, wild pole and civet cats etc.
After visit returning to kandy,

Total working around 08 km
morning leave about at 7.30 am.

Option - 3 :
Bible rock
Rice land / beautiful sceneries / Remote village

A popular destinations for the adventure-seeking traveler is the bible rock. also known as the batalegala mountain. in the midst of marvelous views of craggy, densely wooded hills. it is the prominent flat topped bible rock which acquired it's pious name thanks to dutiful local victorians on account of it's resemblance to a lectern. A 798 meters high rock offer a sheer face for those who seek to scale challenging surfaces. moreover, is an ecologically important area in the central hills.
After visit returning to kandy

Total working around 8 km
morning leave about at 8.30 am.

Option - 4 :
Alagalla rock
Vegetable cultivation / Beautiful sceneries

After breakfast ( 8.30 am ) proceed to alagalla rock, The alagalla rock is a steep mountain located near the ihala kotte railway stations, it makes the entrance of the rail way to be up country. a train tunnel has been bored 300 feet, through the solid rock of the alagalla the mountain offers a variety of summit. which offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding area.
After visit returning to kandy

Total working around 8 km.
morning leave about at 8.30 am.

Option - 5:
Ritigala
Architecture / Monastic ruins / CAVE'S

After breakfast ( 7.30 am ) proceed to ritigala, This has been called as arittha pabbatha (the mountain of aritta) which can be translate as "dreadful rock" or "safty rock" or even riti trees growing upon it around 3 rd century B.C. aritta, who was the chef minister of king dewanampiyatissa who later was ordained as the fist sri lankan monk and become an arahath spend his monastic life at ritigala there are many monastic ruins of stones, terrace way a stone brige and remain of a giant stone banked pond build across a water strem.

Returning from ritigala to kandy visiting to see the dambulla cave's temple,Dambulla Cave's Temple

Dambulla cave temple also know as the golden temple of dambulla is a world heritage site declared by since 1991. King walagamba return to the throne at Anuradahapura kingdom in the 1 st centure B.C. he had a magnificent rock temple built at dambulla, in gratitude to the monk in dambulla , it is the largest and best preserved temple a most impressive place of sri lanka, the rock 160 m over the surrounding plains , more than 85 caves in the surrounding area. major attractions are spread over 5 cave's.
After visit returning to kandy,

Total working around 15 km.
morning leave about at 7.30 am.

Option - 6:
Pidurangala Rock
Ancient forest monastery / Beautiful scenerice / Opposite sigiriya

After breakfast ( 7.30 am ) proceed to pidurangala rock, History of pidurangala flows beyond the 1 & 2 century from those days. but this place becomes a prominent buddhist monastery during the king kashyapa time ( 477 - 495 AD )

some believe that sigiriya also a buddhist monastery before the king kashyapa time once he decided to build his fortress in sigiriya. he requested the monk to move to pidurangala. and had contributed lot of the development of it. it is believed that the ' uppalawanna kashyapa giri viharaya ' which was constructed by king kashyapa was located in the pidurangala.

Returning from pidurandala to kandy visiting to see the dambulla cave'temple, Dambulla cave's Temple

Total working around 10 km.
morning leave about at 7.30 am.

$60 Per Day

One of tour in Sri Lanka

1st Day

1st Day

Pick up from Airport will Transfer Dambulla On the way visit elephant orphanage at Pinnawela. It is an orphanage for baby elephants set up by the Department of National Zoological Gardens. The Orphanage was established to feed, nurse, and house young elephants found abandoned
by their mothers. Other inmates are those found displaced from their natural environs by development projects or those found wounded.

Than can visit the Rock Caved Golden Temple of Dambulla, which is famous for its 01st Century BC cave complex and its vast area of mural painted on the surface of the rock. It is also known for its large number of statues of Buddha carved out of the living rock
Stay in Dambulla. Or Habarana or Sigiriya

2nd Day
Morning can visit Polonnaruwa, the medieval capital of ancient Ceylon . The city of Polonnaruwa was the second capital of Ceylon, with its comparatively brief history with over a dozen rulers. Visit the sites where once seven storey castles and temples were situated

Afternoon can do safari at Minariya or Kaudulla National park
Stay in Dambulla or Habarana or Sigiriya

3rd Day

Dambulla to Kandy

On the way visit Sigiriya, a massive rock fortress rising 183 meters above the surrounding green scrub jungle, just declared a world heritage site, is perhaps the most memorable place for visitors to Sri Lanka. The site was built under the orders of the paranoid king Kasyapa. The well-planned complex included caved temples, bathing pools, lovely ponds and Asia ’s oldest surviving landscaped gardens. Today Sigiriya is famous for its frescoes painted in the pocket of the rock. The “Lion Stairway”, the“Mirror Wall” and the “ Water Gardens ” a

En route a brief stop at Matale to visit a spice garden /

PMProceed to Kandy and visit the city and the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha. In the evening view a cultural show featuring traditional dance performance

Stay in Kandy

4th April
Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

After breakfast, En route, visit the Royal Botanical Gardens of Peradeniya, The Royal Botanical Garden at Peradeniya were established in 1821 and now covers 140 acres, snuggled in a loop in the Mahaweli River , the longest river in Sri Lanka. Its primary purpose was the testing and acclimatizing of plants for commercial use in Sri Lanka. Today the Gardens have one largest collections of flora from sub tropical climates around the world. Return to hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

En route visit a tea plantation and a tea factory / water falls .

PM Arrive in Nuwara Eliya and visit the city

Stay Nuwara Eliya

5th April
Nuwara Eliya to Ella by train
Drop you at Nanu Oya railway station and pick up Ella station
Ella we and do many adventure drive to Ella Going to visit Ravana Ella Falls, Hikeing Little Adam’s Peak. Visiting real Sri Lankan Village Stay in Ella.

6th April
Ella to Mirissa
Last tow day you can visit Galle fort / water sport / surfing

$50 Per Day

LUXURY Island tour-

LUXURY ISLAND TOUR ( 6 NIGHTS / 7 DAYS)

LUXURY ISLAND TOUR ( 6 NIGHTS / 7 DAYS)

DAY 1 - Negombo / Anuradhapura
After you get picked up from the airport or hotel, we will proceed to the ancient city of Anuradhapura, on the way visiting coconut plantations and observing the famous toddy tappers at work. After checking into your hotel at Anuradhapura you start the city tour. Anuradhapura dates back to the 3rd century B.C to 10th century A.D. You will visit the Sri Maha Bodhi, the Brazen Palace, the Ruwanveli Seya Dagoba (biggest dagoba in Sri Lanka), the Thuparama Dagoba, the Lankarama Dagoba, the Elephant Pond, the Abhayagiriya Monastery Complex, the world famous Samadhi Buddha Statue and the Isurumuniya Temple (Stone carving of the Sri Lankan Romeo & Juliet).Overnight stay in Anuradhapura.

DAY 2 - Anuradhapura / Polonnaruwa / Sigiriya
After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to sightseeing of the ancient city of Polonnaruwa (10th-12th century A.D). You will visit the modern Museum, the Parakrama Samudra, Statue of King Parakramabahu, the Library Shrine, Palace of King Parakramabahu, the Kumara Pokuna, the Shiva temple, the Thuparama shrine room with its glittering statues, the Alahana Monastery Complex, the Gal Vihare, the Lotus Pond and and the Thivanka Image House. Following afternoon tea you will proceed to Sigiriya.Overnight stay at Sigiriya.

DAY 3 - Sigiriya / Dambulla / Nalanda Gedige / Aluvihara / Kandy
In the early morning you will have the opportunity to climb the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, built in the 5th century A.D, see the Water Garden, Boulder Garden, Mural Paintings, the Mirror Wall, the Lion's Paws and the Royal Swimming Pool on top. Return to the hotel for a well-deserved breakfast. After this you will proceed to the Dambulla Cave Temple. This is followed by Nalande Gedige (a temple built in the geographical centre of Sri Lanka), the Aluvihare Cave Temple (where Buddhism was brought into book form in the 1st century B.C).Overnight stay in Kandy.

DAY 4 - Kandy / Elephant Orphanage / Kandy
You will visit the Elephant Orphanage in Pinawela where you can see the feeding of baby elephants by milk bottle, and elephants bathing in the river. A visit the Royal Botanical Garden at Peradeniya is followed by a Kandy city tour including the Market, Bazaar, the famous Temple of the Tooth Relic, and a traditional Kandyan Dance performance.Overnight stay in Kandy.

DAY 5 - Kandy / Nuwara-Eliya / Ella
After Breakfast at the hotel leave for Ella and enroute visit Tea Factory and Tea Plantation. After a picturesque drive through Sri Lanka's hill country you will reach Nuwara Eliya (often called Little England) with its colonial hotels, Race course and Golf Courses, followed by a visit to the Hakgala Botanical Gardens and you will proceed to Ella, Sri Lanka's highest village. Overnight stay at Ella.

DAY 6 - Ella / Buduruwagala / Tissamaharama
After breakfast at the hotel proceed to Tissamaharama - enroute visit Buduruwagla and see the magnificent views of Ella valley and the Rawana Waterfalls. After stopping at the Buduruwagala Temple, you will continue to the hotel at Tissamaharama. Afternoon Jeep safari to the National Park where there are leopards, elephants, bears, and thousands of local and migrant birds in the wild. Overnight stay at Tissamaharama.

DAY 7 -Tissamaharama - South & South-West Coast
After breakfast at the hotel we drive back to the airport or your hotel along beautiful beaches, with the opportunity to stop wherever you like to take a dip. The best known beach resorts are Tangalle, Mirissa, Kosgoda, Induruwa, Unawatuna, Hikkaduwa, Bentota and Beruwala.

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