Wednesday 29 May 2019

Sri Lanka Tour





Pristine Beaches, Lowland Forest, Buddhist Monasteries, and the fragrance of Coconut oozing from all the directions are some of the few things that immediately leaps to mind when we think of Srilanka. Lying in the Indian Ocean and sharing its maritime border with India, Srilanka is the tropical country of Asia which is enriched with verdant hills and scenic coast. The outpouring beauty of this island country seems to cast a magical spell on every traveler who intent to unearth its dazzling chronicles.  Pinnawala is one such village that has received global admiration for housing Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage. Located near Wilpattu National Park, it is a unique wildlife sanctuary established with the sole purpose of nurturing and feeding orphaned baby elephants found in the wild. An hour drive from Pinnawala will bring you to one of Asia's largest and best- preserved cave temple complexes known by the name of Dambulla Cave Temple. Dating back to the 1st Century BCE, the stunning statues and paintings of Lord Buddha conjure up Srilanka's significant evocative religious art form. 



Sigiriya is yet another destination of Srilanka known for holding one of the most valuable monuments in the globe. The exquisite fortress architecture displayed on the Sigiriya rock plateau, formed from magma of an extinct volcano seems to astound the visitors through its unprecedented harmony with nature and Human imagination. Earlier the rock plateau served as a monastery later it was converted into a royal palace surrounded by the robust network of fortification, canals, and alleys.
Nestled at an elevation of 3, 415 feet, Ella is a mountain town lying in the Central Highland of Sri Lanka. There are several exciting hiking trails one can explore. Some will take you to the unsullied waterfalls, while others will take you to the ancient rock temple or beautiful tea plantation estate, however, there is one particular hike that paves the way to the mystical Rannava Cave. It lies on the foundation of a cliff and is attached with historical values. Legends have it that the cave was used by King Ravana to hide princess Sita after abducting her from Panchvati.



Spreading in the expanse of dense thickets, grasslands, and lagoons, Yala is one of Sri Lanka's largest and most popular national parks harboring an array of birds and animals- the park is recognized worldwide for carrying the highest population of Leopards on this planet. While crisscrossing the jungle there will be many chances when you will come across this endangered species of Srilankan Elephants who risen significantly in Yala National Park.




Reflecting all the colors and culture that makes this island country, Colombo is a brilliant tourist hub of Sri Lanka. The place has a diverse variety of architecture spanning from different eras, depicting different styles of architecture. Along the shady boulevards, the legacies of colonial Colombo's garden are still intact. Colombo also offers a multitude of global cuisines, thanks to a history of colonialism and a large expat population. There are so many places of interest to come into close contact with such as museums, architectural wonders, museums and many more. It is also rich in cultural heritage and is loaded with historical charm as well. The history of the city dates back to more than 2,000 years ago. So, paying a visit to Colombo proves to be beneficial for history buffs. It is the largest of SriLankan cities and is the starting point for your tour to Sri Lanka.

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