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Once the ancient Buddhist cultural center, Sri Lanka is renowned for its millennia-old relics and majestic natural landscapes that create an irresistibly enchanting beauty.
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Tangalle Beach
Tangalle Beach, located in Hambantota, is one of the most beautiful beaches in southern Sri Lanka, boasting emerald green waters, white sands, and coconut groves lining the shore. This stunning beach is surrounded by colorful coral reefs and is the perfect spot in Sri Lanka for surfing and diving.
Nuwara Eliya
As the world's fourth-largest tea producer, Sri Lanka boasts numerous vast tea estates. Among them, the Nuwara Eliya region, located 160km from the capital Colombo, is famed for its lush green tea hills stretching to the horizon. Situated at an altitude of 2,000m above sea level, this area enjoys a mild, cool climate, perfect for Sri Lankans to nurture and produce exquisite tea products.
Adam’s Peak
Adam’s Peak is the tallest mountain in Sri Lanka, standing at 2,243m above sea level. Not only does it hold geographical prominence, but it also holds significant spiritual importance in the religious consciousness of the Sri Lankan people. The 18km trek from the base to the summit, facilitated by a government-built pathway comprising 5,200 stone steps, features some steep and slippery sections necessitating handrails. The best time to climb Adam’s Peak is from April to November, during the dry season, characterized by fewer mosquitoes and leeches and the least slippery stone steps.
Sigiriya
Sigiriya, meaning Lion Rock, is a unique ancient fortress and palace complex in the Matale region of Sri Lanka. Its most distinctive feature is that it was built atop a flat surface of a sheer rock mountain. According to studies, Sigiriya was constructed during the reign of King Kassapa I in the 5th century. Initially, the caves here were used as Buddhist monasteries, later transformed into a palace and landscaped gardens. By the 14th century, this architectural ensemble was abandoned until it was rediscovered and excavated by British explorer John Still in 1907.
Polonnaruwa
Polonnaruwa stands as the ancient capital of Sri Lanka and is a significant site of Sri Lankan Buddhism, recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Here, visitors can explore numerous ancient relics, notably Gal Vihara – a stone temple built in the 12th century under the reign of King Parakramabahu I. Besides Buddhist monuments, tourists can also visit other attractions such as the palace of King Nissanka Malla, the statue of King Parakramabahu I, Topa Wewa Lake, Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum, and more.
Yala National Park
This is one of the oldest and most famous national parks, frequented by many tourists when visiting Sri Lanka. Particularly known for its large population of elephants and leopards, which visitors can easily spot while strolling through the area. Additionally, Yala boasts a tropical forest and wetlands, along with historical religious sites.
Kandy
Located in the heart of Sri Lanka, 116km from the capital Colombo, Kandy is a renowned ancient city, serving as the last royal capital of Sri Lankan monarchs. Not only the administrative capital of the Central Province, but Kandy is also praised for its stunning scenery. With rich Buddhist cultural heritage, Kandy remains the most spiritually significant city for the people of Sri Lanka.
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
The Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage serves as a sanctuary for orphaned, injured, or abandoned elephant calves, especially those afflicted by severe illnesses in Sri Lanka. Established over 30 years ago, the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage has nurtured and cared for hundreds of elephants. Upon maturity, these elephants receive training and can assist locals in timber transportation.
As per Traveltimes.vn
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Reference: Travel Guide by Mytour
MytourAugust 4th, 2015
