Sri Lanka
Tea hills, ancient cities, safari parks and southern beaches.
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Explore Sri Lanka
- Regions — All 8 regions — their towns, tables and stories.
- Festivals & events — Celebrations and events, month by month.
- History — How the country came to be.
- Food & wine — What to order, region by region.
- Getting around — Trains, driving and ferries.
Top tourist destinations in Sri Lanka
- Colombo (West Coast) — Sri Lanka's bustling capital and largest city, Colombo blends colonial architecture, vibrant markets, and modern development along its Indi…
- Kandy (Central Highlands) — Sri Lanka's cultural capital and former royal residence, Kandy is home to the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic, one of Buddhism's most impo…
- Sigiriya (Central Highlands) — An ancient rock fortress rising 200 meters above the plains, featuring a 5th-century palace, intricate frescoes, and gardens that showcase…
- Negombo (West Coast) — A charming beach town north of Colombo famous for its picturesque lagoon and fishing fleet, Negombo is an ideal gateway destination for vis…
- Mirissa (West Coast) — A picturesque beach village renowned for whale and dolphin watching excursions, particularly blue whales during seasonal migrations. Beyond…
- Anuradhapura (North Central) — Ancient capital of Sri Lanka and UNESCO World Heritage Site, featuring some of the oldest and most sacred Buddhist monuments in the world,…
- Galle (West Coast) — A historic fortified port town featuring the spectacular UNESCO-listed Galle Fort, a 17th-century Dutch construction with pristine ramparts…
- Nuwara Eliya (Central Highlands) — A picturesque hill station at 1,868 meters elevation with a distinctly cool climate, English colonial architecture, and manicured gardens.…
- Arugambe (Eastern Coast) — A laid-back beach village famous for its consistent surf breaks and bohemian backpacker atmosphere. It offers a relaxed alternative to west…
- Jaffna (North Central) — The cultural and commercial centre of Sri Lanka's Northern Province with a distinct Tamil heritage, known for its historic forts, temples a…