Places to Visit in Sri Lanka on Holidays

Anuradhapura

Anuradhapura is the ancient kingdom of Sri Lanka, recognized as the UNESCO World's heritage site. There are ancient Buddhist temples and the long statues of Buddha in Anuradhapura, explaining the ancient architecture of Sri Lanka. Isurumuniya temple, Ruwanwelisaya Dagoba, Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi, Jethawanaramaya stupa, twin baths, Abhayagiri Dagoba, Samadhi Buddha statue, Mirisaveti Buddha stupa, Moonstone, Lovamahapaya, Vessagiriya ruins are the best places to visit in Sri Lanka to explore more about the Sri Lanka's history and architecture. Contact us today to organise a tour to Anuradhapura.

Sigiriya

Sigiriya, the rock fortress kingdom, built by King Kasayappa, recognized by UNESCO as the World's heritage site. With the Lion's paw gate to the rock summit of the kingdom, Sigiriya is known for the frescos, mirror wall, architecture of defensive palace, water gardens, water pools and irrigation system. After king Kasayappa, the Sigiriya was left alone, later in the 18th century it was discovered again by British army and received more attention. Due to increased demand from tourists to visit Sigiriya, there are world class hotels, resorts and accommodation available in Sigiriya.

Dambulla

Dambulla golden temple is also known as Dambulla cave temples is another UNESCO World's heritage site in Sri Lanka. The temple houses statues of Lord Buddha, other gods, ancient kings and religious paintings. If you are on spiritual, cultural tour, Dambulla should not be the tourist spot to miss out in your Sri Lanka travel itinerary. When climbing up on the Dambulla rock towards the golden temple, the rock view of Sigiriya can be seen. On your way to Dambulla cave temples, monkeys are there to tease and play with you. Contact us to arrange a tour to Dambulla and understand the history behind the cave temples in detail.

Polonnaruwa

Polonnaruwa is a UNESCO World's heritage site, the second capital of ancient Sri Lanka, hosting the ancient royal palace, Buddhist temples, Hindu Lord Shiva temple, Lord Buddha statues, variety of birds and more for Sri Lanka tourists to see. Medirigiriya Vatadage, Lankathilaka image house, Gal-potha (stone book), Gal vihara Buddhist temple, Archaeological ruins, Weijantha Prasada, Archaeological museum, Parakramabahu statue, Somawathiya chaitya, Lotus pond, Kiri vehera Buddhist temple, Shiva Devalaya Hindu temple are the places to see in Polonnaruwa. Birds lovers are to enjoy birds watching near by Polonnaruwa too.

Kandy

Kandy was the last kingdom of ancient Sri Lanka, before British had captured entire Sri Lanka. Kandy is also known as the hill capital. Sri Dalada Maligawa in Kandy, the temple of tooth relic is a recognized UNESCO World's heritage site. Kandy lake, Peradeniya Royal botanical garden, Commonwealth war cemetery, Ceylon tea museum, Udawattekele sanctuary, Royal Palace of Kandy are the places to see in Kandy. Kandy cultural dance, Kandy Perehera are the cultural things to see in Kandy.

Nuwara Eliya

The Nuwara eliya is in central province of Sri Lanka, is called as "Little England", famous for natural sceneries, tea plantations and mountain ranges. Gregory lake, Devon falls, Hakgala botanical garden, World's End, Sita Temple, Tea gardens, Ambewela farms, Kothmale hanging bridge, Moon plains are the places to visit in Nuwara eliya. The cool climate and the beautiful scenery of Nuwara eliya attracts more visitors to the city.

Udawalawa National Park

Udawalawa national park is one of the 21 wild life parks in Sri Lanka. It is less crowded park compare to Yala and Minneriya. With a wild life safari in Udawalawa you can see wild elephants, birds, varan, crocodiles and other animals & reptiles. We are happy to take you on Udawalawa safari, contact us to organise the wild life jeep safari.

Tangalla Beach

Tangalle beach is in down south, a beach to enjoy the Sun set, beach walk, swimming, diving, kite surfing, windsurf and few other water sports to name. Tangalle lagoon boat safari is famous among tourists, for the birds watching in the area, lizards, crocodiles, monkeys, varans and etc. Mulgirigala Raja Maha Vihara Buddhist temple, Goyambokka beach are places to visit near Tangalle.

Galle

Galle was the busy port in ancient time, Portuguese first landed in Galle and then enter into the country. The Galle fort was built by Portuguese, later expanded by Dutch and British. The Galle fort city is still stand with the pride of Dutch architecture. The Galle light house, museums, Galle beach are few other places to visit in Galle for your holidays in Sri Lanka. We have pre-designed one day tour to Galle, contact us for more details and arrange a tour to Galle sight seeing.

Yala National Park

One of the busiest and the popular national park in Sri Lanka. It is the home for beautiful but wild leopards, elephants, bears, monkeys, peacock, wild birds and etc. For the wild life watching during your holidays in Sri Lanka, TourGuideInSriLanka.com is delighted to arrange the Yala jeep safari tour. Other than the jeep safari, the camping facilities are available in Yala for the tourists who wish to spend few nights with wild leopards, elephants etc.

Colombo

Colombo is the commercial capital of Sri Lanka, located in western coastal. Galle face green beach, Mount Lavania beach, Kelaniya Raja Maha vihara Buddhist temple, Gangaramaya Buddhist temple, Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Hindu temple, Viharamahadevi Park, St Anthony's Church Kochikade, independence square, old parliament building, Colombo national museum, old town hall, Colombo Fort railway station, Beira lake, national zoo, Dutch period museum, King Sri Wickrama Rajasinghe prison cell, Dutch hospital shopping mall, Crescat Boulevard mall are the places to visit in Colombo on your Colombo sightseeing tour.

Negombo Beach

Negombo is located near the international airport. The Negombo beach is the best beach to witness the Sun set and beach walk. Dutch canal, local fish market, St. Anne's Church, Dutch clock tower, Dutch fort are the places to see in Negombo. Due to the reason, Negombo is near to airport, there are world class hotels, resorts and accommodation can be reserved easily as plenty of options available. The Negombo lagoon boat ride would be great to sightsee the city from water, and enjoy the cool breeze.

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