SIGIRIYA
Little can prepare you for the experience of Sigiriya, arguably the most remarkable of all of ancient Lanka’s former capitals and Sri Lanka’s very own 8th Wonder of the World Rising 200 meters from the flat plains of the north central region of Sri Lanka, the physical presence of Sigiriya is matched only by the […]
TRAVELING FROM COLOMBO TO KANDY
The journey to Kandy is captivating to say the least. Some 11 km (7 miles) out of Colombo is the Kandyan-era Buddhist temple at Sapugaskande, a pleasant ensemble of white-walled and red-tiled buildings sitting on top of a small, but steep hill and offering superb views over the city and palm trees below. Continuing inland, […]
Visit Ambalangoda – West Coast of Sri Lanka
The town of Ambalangoda, located 86 km (54 miles) south from Colombo is most famous as the centre of the island’s mask carvers, the people responsible for the luridly painted images of demons and other figures which were originally used in performance of southern kolam and exorcism dances, and which have now found new life […]
Kandyan Dancers in the Annual Perahera festivitiesIn the picturesque hills of the Central Province of Sri Lanka lies Kandy, the last capital of the Lankan kings. Here, an annual national festival of great magnitude and magnificence, the kandy Perahera, combines religious, cultural, and historical aspects. It is also known as the Sri Dalada Maligawa Perahera; […]
Sri Lanka is today, topping all the top traveler lists as one of the most sought-after destinations to visit in 2012. From stunning beach locations, a history that pre-dates Christianity, to thrilling Wildlife safaris and more, Sri Lanka is simply an island miracle. Here are 10 things you ought to be aware of before traveling […]
