Negombo

Negombo - Negombo serves as a significant commercial hub in the country and is the administrative center of the Negombo Division. The population within its divisional secretariat division is approximately 142,136.[1] The municipal boundary of Negombo extends throughout its Divisional Secretariat area.

Dambulla Cave Temple, Minneriya National Park

Golden Temple of Dambulla - Dambulla boasts the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. The rock rises 160 meters above the surrounding plains. There are over 80 documented caves in the area. The main attractions are spread across five caves, featuring statues and paintings related to Gautama Buddha and his life. There are 153 Buddha statues, three statues of Sri Lankan kings, and four statues of gods and goddesses, including Vishnu and Ganesha. The murals cover an area of 2,100 square meters (23,000 sq ft), depicting scenes such as the temptation by the demon Mara and Buddha’s first sermon.

Minneriya National Park - Minneriya is a national park located in the North Central Province of Sri Lanka. It was designated as a national park on August 12, 1997, after being declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1938.[1] The park was established to protect the catchment of the Minneriya tank and the surrounding wildlife. The tank, built by King Mahasen in the third century AD, holds historical significance. The park serves as a dry season feeding ground for elephants from the forests of Matale, Polonnaruwa, and Trincomalee districts. In the six months ending in August 2009, the park generated revenue of Rs. 10.7 million.[2] Along with Kaudulla and Girithale, Minneriya is one of the 70 Important Bird Areas (IBAs) in Sri Lanka.[3] The park is located 182 kilometers (113 mi) from Colombo.

Sigiriya and Polonnaruwa

Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress - According to the ancient Sri Lankan chronicle, the Cūḷavaṃsa, this area was initially a large forest. After storms and landslides, it became a hill, chosen by King Kashyapa (AD 477–495) for his new capital. He constructed his palace atop this rock and adorned its sides with colorful frescoes. On a small plateau halfway up the rock, he built a gateway in the form of a giant lion, giving the place its name, Siṃhagiri, the Lion Rock.

Polonnaruwa - Polonnaruwa is the second oldest of Sri Lanka’s kingdoms, initially established as a military post by the Sinhalese kingdom.[1] It was renamed Jananathamangalam by the Chola dynasty following their successful invasion of Anuradhapura, the then capital, in the 10th century. The Ancient City of Polonnaruwa is a World Heritage Site.[2]

Kandy: Temple of the Tooth Relic, Cultural Dance Show

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic - Sri Dalada Maligawa[a], commonly known as the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, is a Buddhist temple in Kandy, Sri Lanka. It is situated in the Royal Palace Complex of the former Kingdom of Kandy, housing the relic of Buddha’s tooth. Historically, the relic has been significant in local politics, as it is believed that whoever holds the relic governs the country. The relic was traditionally held by Sinhalese kings. The temple is a World Heritage Site, primarily due to the temple and the relic.

Bhikkhus from the Malwathu and Asgiri chapters conduct daily worship in the temple’s inner chamber. Rituals occur three times daily: at dawn, noon, and evening. On Wednesdays, a symbolic bathing of the relic with a herbal preparation made from scented water and fragrant flowers, called Nanumura Mangallaya, is performed.

Kandy Lake Club - Cultural Dance Show - Kandyan dance (Sinhala: උඩරට නැටුම්) includes various dance forms native to Kandy in the Central Hills region, known as Udarata in Sri Lanka. These dances have spread to other parts of the country and are considered a masterpiece and sacred artwork in Sri Lanka.

Nuwara Eliya

Nuwara Eliya - Founded by Samuel Baker, the explorer of Lake Albert and the upper Nile, in 1846, Nuwara Eliya’s climate made it a prime sanctuary for British civil servants and planters in Ceylon. Known as Little England, it was a hill country retreat where British colonialists enjoyed pastimes like fox hunting, deer hunting, elephant hunting, polo, golf, and cricket.

Many buildings retain colonial features, such as the Queen’s Cottage, General’s House, Grand Hotel, Hill Club, St Andrew’s Hotel, and Town Post Office. New hotels often adopt colonial styles. Visitors can indulge in nostalgia by visiting these landmark buildings. Many private homes maintain old English-style lawns and gardens.

Nanu Oya Railway Station - Nanu Oya railway station is the 63rd station on the Main Line, located 206.9 km (128.6 mi) from Colombo. All trains, including Podi Menike and Udarata Menike express trains, service the station. Originally built in 1885 as the terminus of the main line, it was part of the 31 km (19 mi) rail line connecting Hatton to Nanu Oya.[2] In 1893, the railway line extended from Nanu Oya to Bandarawela,[2] and in 1903, the station became a junction when the Udupussallawa railway line was constructed. In 1948, the government closed the Udapussellawa railway[2] due to low traffic, and the tracks were removed.

Ella

Ella - Ella (Sinhala: ඇල්ල, lit. ’fall’; Tamil: எல்ல) is a small town in the Badulla District of Uva Province, Sri Lanka, governed by an Urban Council. It is about 200 kilometers (120 mi) east of Colombo and sits at an elevation of 1,041 meters (3,415 ft) above sea level.[2] The area is rich in biodiversity, with numerous varieties of flora and fauna. Ella is surrounded by hills covered with cloud forests and tea plantations. The town has a cooler climate than the surrounding lowlands due to its elevation. The Ella Gap offers views across the southern plains of Sri Lanka.

Little Adam’s Peak View Point - Little Adam’s Peak is a 1,141 m (3,743 ft) pyramidal-shaped hill located southeast of the town, named after the larger Adam’s Peak.

Yala National Park

Yala National Park - Yala (යාල) National Park is the most visited and second-largest national park in Sri Lanka, bordering the Indian Ocean. The park consists of five blocks, three of which are open to the public. There are also two adjoining parks, Kumana National Park or ‘Yala East’ and Lunugamvehera National Park. The blocks have individual names, such as Palatupana (Block 1). Located in the southeastern region of the country, in the Southern Province and Uva Province, the park covers 979 square kilometers (378 sq mi) and is about 300 kilometers (190 mi) from Colombo. Yala was designated a wildlife sanctuary in 1900, along with Wilpattu in 1938, as the first two national parks in Sri Lanka. The park is renowned for its diverse wildlife and plays a crucial role in the conservation of Sri Lankan elephants, leopards, and aquatic birds.

Mirissa

Mirissa Beach - Mirissa (Sinhala: මිරිස්ස, romanized: Mirissa; Tamil: மிரிஸ்ஸ, romanized: Miris’sa) is a small town on Sri Lanka’s south coast, located in the Matara District of the Southern Province. It is about 150 kilometers (93 mi) south of Colombo and sits at an elevation of 4 meters (13 ft) above sea level. Mirissa’s beach and nightlife make it a popular tourist destination. It is also a fishing port and one of the island’s main locations for whale and dolphin watching.

Galle Fort

Galle Fort - Situated on the Bay of Galle on Sri Lanka’s southwest coast, Galle Fort was initially built in 1588 by the Portuguese and extensively fortified by the Dutch in the 17th century from 1649 onwards. It is a historical, archaeological, and architectural heritage monument that maintains a polished appearance due to extensive reconstruction by the Archaeological Department of Sri Lanka.[1]

The fort has a vibrant history and today hosts a multi-ethnic and multi-religious population.[2][3][4] The Sri Lankan government and many Dutch property owners within the fort aim to make it one of the modern wonders of the world.[4][5] The fort’s heritage value is recognized by UNESCO, and it is inscribed as a cultural heritage UNESCO World Heritage Site under criteria iv, for its unique display of “an urban ensemble illustrating the interaction of European architecture and South Asian traditions.”

Colombo City Tour and Departure

Colombo - Colombo (/kəˈlʌmboʊ/ kə-LUM-boh;[2] Sinhala: කොළඹ, romanized: Koḷam̆ba, IPA: [ˈkoləᵐbə]; Tamil: கொழும்பு, romanized: Koḻumpu, IPA: [koɻumbɯ]) is the executive and judicial capital[3] and the largest city in Sri Lanka by population. According to the Brookings Institution, the Colombo metropolitan area has a population of 5.6 million,[4][5][6][7] with 752,993[1] in the Municipality. It is the island’s financial center and a tourist destination.[8] Located on the west coast, it is adjacent to the Greater Colombo area, which includes Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, the legislative capital of Sri Lanka, and Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia. Colombo is often referred to as the capital since Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte is within the urban/suburban area of Colombo. It is also the administrative capital of the Western Province and the district capital of Colombo District. Colombo is a bustling and vibrant city, blending modern life with colonial buildings and monuments.[9]

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