Wilpattu National Park is the oldest and largest of its kind in Sri Lanka. Regular visitors of this park believe that at any time of the day, there...
Exploring Wilpattu National Park
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Minneriya National Park and the “Great Gathering”
Situated in the centre of Sri Lanka, just in between the popular cities of Habarana and Polonnaruwa, is the Minneriya National Park: an ideal...
Marvels of the Galle Dutch Fort
The Dutch Fort in Galle is a perfect example of marvelous works of a departed era. The Portuguese arrived in Sri Lanka in the year 1505, and in...
Horton Plains National Park
Its Origin… With over 3100 hectares of land space, Horton Plains is where you can find some unique and rich biodiversity. In December 1969, the park...
Experiencing a visit to the Temple of the Tooth – Kandy
During your visit to Kandy, Sri Lanka, there are several interesting things that you can do. In addition to the Royal Botanical Gardens, the...
Interesting statistics about the Dambulla Caves Temple
Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1991, the Golden Temple of Dambulla, also known as the Dambulla Caves Temple, is a prestigious landmark of...
Highlights of the Polonnaruwa Ancient City
Polonnaruwa is the second-oldest city in Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura being the oldest. Not only is the city’s name quite a mouthful, it’s long history...
What you need to know about the ancient city of Anuradhapura
In a Gist: Weathered ruins and tall dagobas are what make up Anuradhapura, a historical city that was the capital of the country for a long time....
What are your options for accommodation in Sri Lanka?
Guest house A guest house in Sri Lanka is more like a mini-hotel and is almost always chosen when one is looking for budget accommodation. If your...
Eighth wonder of the world in Sri Lanka
Yes, the locals refer to the Sigiriya “Lion’s Rock” as the Eighth Wonder of the World. This is an ancient palace and fortress complex which holds...
Where to see vesak celebrations in Colombo
Vesak is a religious festival in the Buddhist calendar and is a very popular occasion celebrated by all Buddhists. The actual day of vesak is the...
How to make creative Vesak Lanterns
Vesak is a popular festival celebrated by Buddhists worldwide. In commemoration of the Birth, Enlightenment and Passing Away of Lord Buddha, Vesak...
International Vesak Day Celebrations in Sri Lanka
Vesak is a popular Buddhist religious festival that is celebrated in memory of the birth of Lord Buddha, his Enlightenment as well as his passing...
5 Tips to beat the heat in Sri Lanka
If you are visiting Sri Lanka in the months of April – August, you will experience a gushing heat wave, in most parts of the island. Global warming...
Experience Geoffrey Bawa architecture in Sri Lanka
Geoffrey Manning Bawa entered the architecture industry in Sri Lanka and explored its modernism and cultural implications to create a unique style...