Choosing the perfect location to pop the question is like setting the stage for the ultimate turning point in life. It’s about finding a place that captures the essence of your love story—whether it’s the serene calm of a secluded beach, the grandeur of a mountaintop view, or the charm of a bustling cityscape. Sri Lanka has it all and will provide numerous backdrops for that once-in-a-lifetime moment. Here are some of the best places to propose in Sri Lanka.
Southern beaches
The southwest and south coasts, including Mirissa, Tangalle, Bentota, and Unawatuna beaches, are famous for their spectacular sunsets, golden sands, serenity and luxury resorts. The dramatic coastline features cliffs, reefs, bays, estuaries, lagoons, palm groves and rocky headlands.
Boutique hotels and stylish resorts on clifftops, hidden coves and secluded beaches offer harmonious natural settings, scenic backdrops, panoramic viewpoints, and private candlelight dinners on the beach. You can even take a romantic boat ride on a river like Madhu, cruising around its many islands and gliding under its mangrove canopy.
Private sunset cruise
Sail away in the Indian Ocean along the south coast. Indulge in the open seas, blue skies and balmy sun. Watch the skies turn a spectacle at sunset, setting the scene for the ultimate reveal of that diamond ring. Mark the occasion with a bottle of bubbly and a chef-curated onboard meal.
Awe-Inspiring Rock Summits
Sigiriya, the legendary Lion Rock, is one of the most famous heritage sites on the island. The former citadel of King Kashyapa, its 1200 steps lead to the summit, adorned with palace ruins, ancient ponds, and 360-degree vistas. The grounds below have a remarkable feat of ancient irrigation – the water gardens.
Pidurangala Rock provides a magnificent sight from its summit – the most celebrated view of Sigiriya. Only 2 miles away from Sigiriya, it is a quieter spot with breathtaking views and mesmerising sunsets.
Little Adam’s Peak in Ella offers glorious views of the Highland mountains, plains and valleys. Even the hike here, through verdant tea plantations and forest patches, is beautiful.
Ella Rock is another hilltop viewpoint in Ella, surrounded by green valleys, mist-covered hills, and encircling mountains. The hike takes you through tea plantations and a eucalyptus forest. Close by are the Ella Gap and Little Adam’s Peak. Ella Gap is a deep gorge that stretches the view to the distant southern coast on a clear day.
Bridge in the Sky
The Nine Arches Bridge between Ella and Demodara railway stations, also called the Bridge in the Sky, is a unique location in Sri Lanka. It is a colonial-era 90m-long viaduct made from brick and stone, consisting of nine arches. Flanked by forested hills and tea plantations, it ingeniously works around a nine-degree curve and steep gradient. The area is tranquil when the train isn’t passing by, which is not frequent. It is a charming and iconic spot to pop the question. Stay safe by learning about the train timetable.
Horton Plains
The Plains in the Central Highlands form an undulating plateau over 2000m high covered by montane grasslands and cloud forests. The plateau comes to a sudden and stunning end at the World’s End – an escarpment that forms a 4000ft sheer drop. Among its many attractions is Baker’s Falls, one of the most picturesque waterfalls in the country. Horton Plains National Park is also rich in biodiversity, with numerous bird species, sambar deer, purple-faced langurs and toque macaques frequently sighted. This stark and dramatic landscape offers an impressive backdrop to a memorable proposal.
Tea Plantation
The Hill Country of Sri Lanka is famous for its tea. Tea plantations cover every hill and mountain slope. Many estates offer the opportunity for tourists to walk among the tea bushes and pluck leaves. Amidst a plantation, a sea of tea bushes surrounds you as far as the eyes can see, with mountains and waterfalls punctuating the scenery. It is a unique place to propose, especially if you love tea.
Glamping at a National Park
Sri Lanka offers glamping experiences at its big parks, including the popular Yala and the biggest Wilpattu. Glamping is an incredible way to witness the raw beauty of the jungle at night after a daytime safari session. You will be dining under the stars on gourmet cuisine prepared by chefs at the campsite. Romantic candlelight dinners in the jungle are undoubtedly one of the most exotic ways to pop the question.
Lunuganga
The country estate of Geoffery Bawa, the renowned Sri Lankan architect, is poetry personified. Located by the Dedduwa Lake in Bentota, Lunuganga contains 15 acres of tropical gardens and a 1930s tropical modernist bungalow. The gardens mimic Italian Renaissance, English countryside and Japanese styles. From its Roman statues to Butterfly ponds, you will never tire of walking the grounds. With a new swimming pool, formerly planned by Bawa, blending beautifully into the aesthetics and 10 suites available for accommodation, you can now stay at Lunuganga to mastermind the perfect proposal.
Brief Garden
Designed by Bevis Bawa, the landscape architect brother of Geoffery Bawa, Brief Garden in Bentota combines exotic flora with European influence. Its winding pathways, vibrant flora, whimsical sculptures, secluded courtyards, lush greenery, hidden alcoves, sculptures, anthropomorphic flower vases, Bacchus Birdbath and manicured lawns present an intimate setting for an outdoor proposal. Its charming colonial-era bungalow has hosted luminaries from Vivien Leigh to Sir Laurence Olivier.
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Sri Lanka is a romantic destination, drenched in natural beauty and wonderful serenity. It exudes intimacy with secluded beaches, exotic wilderness, staggering scenery, dramatic landscapes and iconic settings. Whether you are popping the question atop an ancient citadel summit or in a retro tropical garden, Sri Lanka will write a cherishable chapter in your love story.
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