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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