Home to eight world heritage sites, and the beating heart of the Buddhist religion, this beautiful island is the epitome of serenity. Laden with tropical forests, 800 miles of glistening white sands, and with tons of ancient cities and mystical architecture to explore, you will never be at a loss for something to do on your holiday to Sri Lanka. Nicknamed the ‘Resplendent Isle’, Sri Lanka will be sure to calm the senses, whilst its wealth of historical sites will entertain even the most inquisitive of travellers.
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With the calming lull of the Indian Ocean at your feet, silky-soft sands stretching as far as the eye can see, and a wealth of sites to explore, what more could you want from a tropical beachside retreat?
With such an abundance of cultural relics at your fingertips, it would be a sin not to visit one of Sri Lanka’s many ancient sites. Let your imagination run wild in a visit to the Sigiriya Rock (meaning Lion’s Rock in Sinhalese) – a rock-palace ruin that was allegedly built in around 480 AD, and was used as a Buddhist monastery for over 10 centuries. A visit to the ancient city of Polonnaruwa will see you walking the same well-worn ground as the ancient Kings of the 8th century, whilst a wander through the Dambulla Caves will delight you with paintings and statues of both Buddhist and Hindu origin.
The urban hub of Columbo city harmonises the country’s cultural heritage with the excitement of modern living. This vibrant city is alive with museums, art exhibitions, performing arts events and of course plenty of restaurants and bars. For a more intimate city experience visit the island’s smaller city, Galle, which boasts the World Heritage Site, Galle Fort, and a picturesque harbour.
A trip to the beach is a must in Sri Lanka and there are so many to choose from, catering to everyone’s taste. Bentota Beach is the place to go for water sports, whilst Hikkadua Beach pulls in a younger crowd of surfers and late-night partygoers. If you are searching for something a little more tranquil, however, head west to Kalapitya where you can watch dolphins and whales swim by whilst wandering along the picturesque coastlines.
The island’s natural beauty is unmissable and will have you gasping in awe! Admire the beautiful Bambarakanda waterfall, take a safari trip through the tropical terrain.
Whale watching in Mirissa, a quiet and peaceful coastal town, is a must for animal lovers. There are around 26 different species of whales, including sperm whales and blue whales, that migrate through this region during the annual breeding season (December to April).
From ancient history to stunning natural beauty, Sri Lanka is the perfect place for an unforgettable holiday in the sunshine.
Sri Lanka has a tropical climate with distinctive dry and wet seasons. The southwest part of the island has a dry season from December to March whilst the monsoon rain tends to fall from May to September. The north and east areas of the island tend to get less rainfall even in the monsoon season. This runs from October to January and the dry season is from May to September.
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