Sri Lanka unveiled A unique voyage through paradise

With Sri Lanka Tour Packages explore this amazing paradise in the Indian ocean. Colombo, the capital city, is the largest city in the country. The island nation has diversified landscapes including prominent mountains, teeming forests and blissful beaches. Sri Lanka is a popular tourist destination with a rich history, cultural heritage, ancient temples and national parks. In this article, we will discover the beauty of Sri Lanka. 

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Top Sri Lanka Beaches

Sri Lanka is surrounded by a stunning coastline, offering a diverse range of beaches for swimming, surfing, exploring marine life or simply relaxing at the seashore while enjoying the awe-inspiring view of the ocean. Some top beaches include:

  • Unawatuna Beach – 

It is one of the well-known beaches of Sri Lanka, which is located near the historic city of Galle. The coastline of the beach is crescent shaped with palm trees along the shore, providing a stunning background for relaxation and adventure watersports activities.

  • Mirrisa beach – 

It is known for its breathtaking views including golden sands on the sea shore covered with palm trees. Mirrisa beach is a magnificent spot for whale watching and dolphin watching excursions. 

  • Bentota Beach – 

Bentota beach is known for the golden sand seashore and stunning view of the surroundings. It is an ideal place for jet skiing, windsurfing, parasailing and boating in the nearby Bentota River. 

  • Negombo Beach – 

It is the closest beach to the airport of Sri Lanka, which makes it a convenient spot to begin or end your journey from here. Its wide beachfront offers luxurious accommodations, local dining restaurants and numerous water sports activities. 

  • Tangalle Beach – 

It is a less crowded beach compared to other beaches, which makes it an ideal place for relaxing under the blue skies and strolling along the seashore.

  • Arugam Bay – 

Arugam Bay offers the best surfing opportunities and hence is a paradise for surfing enthusiasts. 

  • Pasikuda Beach – 

This beach offers various water sports activities including swimming, diving, paddle boarding and snorkeling, due to its clear shallow waters.

  • Marble beach – 

This beach is named after its fine grained milky white sand which looks like white marble. It is a secluded beach excellent for relaxation. 

  • Hikkaduwa beach – 

It is famous for diving and snorkeling where you can come across vibrant marine life and coral reefs. 

  • Kalpitiya Beach –  

Kalpitiya Beach is famous for kitesurfing and dolphin watching on the north-west coast. 

Things to Do on a Sri Lanka Trip

Sri Lanka tours offer an assorted range of excursions and everlasting experiences for visitors including exploring its cultural sites, historic temples and ruins. You can visit the city of Polonnaruwa and explore its well preserved architectural treasures. Visit the sacred temple of tooth in Kandy, and explore the cave temples and colonial architecture in Galle Fort. 

Experience the wildlife safari in national parks like Yala, and Wilpattu and spot leopards, elephants and other creatures. Hike through the Sinharaja forest reserve and visit the Royal Botanic Gardens and Horton Plains National Park. 

Relax on the beaches or immerse in various watersports in the stunning Kalpitiya Beach, Marble Beach, Bentota beach, Mirissa Beach, and many more beaches. Enjoy the ayurvedic treatments and spas in places like Kandy. Take a train ride exploring the scenic landscapes of the Hill Country and a boat ride to explore the coastal island.  

How to Reach Sri Lanka

Traveling to Sri Lanka is possible by both air and seaways. 

  • Air – If you are traveling by air then two airports are available including Bandaranaike International Airport and Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, which is well connected to the major cities throughout the world. Upon reaching Sri Lanka you can explore different destinations by train, bus, and taxi. 
  • Sea – If you are traveling by sea then you can reach Colombo port, Hambantota Port and Galle Port from various ports around the world by cruise, Cargo ship, and private yacht. On reaching Sri Lanka you can explore different destinations by train, bus, and taxi.

Best Time to Visit Sri Lanka

You can visit Sri Lanka throughout the year depending on the region including the eastern, western, southern and northern you want to explore. 

  • December to April – It is the peak tourist season to explore the western and southern regions of Sri Lanka, as the weather is pleasant with less rainfall. The dry season is a good time for exploring its gorgeous beaches, exploring the cultural heritage sites in Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya and Dambulla and other adventurous activities.
  • May to September – It is the best time to visit the East Coast regions, as the weather is good to visit the beaches, forts, market places in Trincomalee and Batticaloa.  
  • October to January – During this time the weather is dry and cool, making it a perfect time to visit the eastern and northern regions of the country including Jaffna’s cultural and heritage sites, the lush green landscapes of Nuwara Eliya and Ella and the ancient historical sites in Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya, Anuradhapura and Dambulla.

Places to Visit on Sri Lanka Trip

This island nation offers a plethora of historical, architectural and natural sites for its visitors to create a memorable experience. Let us explore some of the top places in Sri Lanka:

  • Colombo –

 It is the capital city as well as the commercial and financial center of Sri Lanka. It is a place with a collection of breathtaking architecture, ancient temples, and an Independence memorial hall. National Museum, Viharamahadevi park, Colombo fort, pettah market, beira lake. The city also offers a vibrant nightlife and diverse culinary restaurants.

  • Kandy – 

It is famous for the Buddhist pilgrimage, the temple of the tooth relic, the Ceylon tea museum, Kandy market, Udawattakele forest reserve, hanthana mountain range and ancient temples.

  • Sigiriya – 

It is a UNESCO world heritage site and is renowned for its ancient rock fortress, which has a lion statue at the entrance of the palace. The Sigiriya Museum is associated with the historical and archaeological findings of this site. You can go hiking and often come across wildlife creatures like monkeys and birds. 

  • Dambulla – 

You can visit the Dambulla cave temple featuring a towering golden Buddha statue. Visit the Popham’s arboretum, a garden with a collection of indigenous and exotic trees. Go on hiking and explore the mountains and caves. Visit the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, an  international cricket stadium.

  • Anuradhapura –

 Visit the famous stupas, temples, ruins and monasteries in Anuradhapura including Ruwanwelisaya stupa, Jetavanarama dagoba, Abhayagiri vihara, Thuparamaya dagoba, Isurumuniya rock temple, Aukana buddha statue and historical lakes. 

  • Polonnaruwa – 

It is an ancient city and a UNESCO world heritage site, famous for its royal palaces, Gal vihara, Rankot vihara, Lankatilaka temple, archaeological museum and an ancient reservoir Parakrama Samudra.

  • Galle – 

You can visit the Galle fort built by the Portuguese, the Galle lighthouse, historical museums, several beautiful beaches, the moon bastion and the Galle International stadium. 

  • Mirisa – 

You can visit the famous Merissa branch, go for whale watching and dolphin watching excursions and enjoy the vibrant nightlife.

  • Ella –

In Ella you can visit the tea plantations and go trekking and hiking.

  • Nuwara Eliya – 

It is famous for tree plantations and various tourist attractions like Gregory Lake, Victoria Park, Hakgala Botanic Garden, and Lover’s Leap Waterfall. You can also go hiking and trekking in the mountains.

  • Yala National Park – 

It is a popular national park in Sri Lanka with a diverse range of wildlife including leopards, elephants, sloth bears, water buffalo, deer, crocodiles and birds

  • Horton Plains National Park – 

It is a highland plateau that comprises a variety of panorama, grasslands, forests and cliffs, which is a perfect place for hiking and trekking. 

  • Jaffna – 

This place is a cultural center, known for its temples, cuisines and iconic landmarks.

What to Eat In Sri Lanka

If you want to relish the delectable cuisines and dishes of Sri Lanka, then you have to immerse yourself in the delightful flavors of dishes including local ingredients.

  • The staple food of Sri Lanka is rice and a variety of veg and non-veg curries and a variety of pickles. 
  • You can have Pancakes made from rice cake and coconut milk for breakfast. 
  • You can have steamed rice noodles or kottu roti.
  •  Lamprias, a Dutch influenced dish with rice and a variety of curries as a side dish. 
  • Sambol,a spicy chutney made from coconut, chilies, lime and other spices.
  • Kool, a unique and delicious seafood soup with a mix of various ingredients. 
  • Wattalapam, a creamy dish made from coconut milk, jaggery and spice. 
  • Kiribath, a dish made from rice and coconut milk.
  • Ceylon tea, a famous tea of Sri Lanka. 

Conclusion

Sri Lanka being a beautiful nation provides an array of tourist destinations for an adventurous and relaxed vacation for couples and families. It provides an assorted range of historical sites, cultural heritage, and magnificent architectural sites and also connects to its colonial era. You can savor delectable cuisines with a flavor of local ingredients in it. Its highland plateaus and hills are perfect for hikers and trekking enthusiasts.  The tea plantations and the lush green surroundings will refresh your mind and soul. So pack your bags, book Sri Lanka tour packages and get ready to create a memorable experience in this paradise. 

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