Sri Lanka is a land of exotic locations. It was described as the finest island by an Italian Traveler and the explorer Marco Polo. In the olden days itself, it is known for its natural beauty, historical heritage, range of spices, serene beaches fringed by palm trees, and gigantic Elephants. It became a famous tourist land the traders from European and Asian countries.

Beach Destinations

The Major vacation spot is beaches, as it is an island and fully covered by the Indian Ocean. Some of the west coast beach destinations include areas like Negombo, Mount Lavinia, and Kalutara. The south coast area includes Bentota, Hikkaduwa, Ambalangoda, Mirissa, Matara, and Tangalle. The East Coast area includes Arugam Bay and Pasikudah. The Northeast coastal area includes Nilaveli and Uppuveli, Trincomalee. Many private resorts are available for tourist accommodation in coastal areas. Surfing, Diving, Water Rafting, and boating are the tourist attractions in these areas. Large and sandy beaches are used for sunbathing.

Historical Heritage

With a history of more than 2500 years, this country has a remarkable Historical Heritage. This country was ruled by many kingdoms. Some of the kingdoms include Anuradhapura is known as a sacred city, The Dutch fort in Galle, The Rock fortress in Sigiriya, The Singharaja rain forest, and the golden rock temple in Dambulla, Seetha Amman Temple at Nuwara Eliya.

Wildlife Sanctuaries

Sri Lanka is home to a wide range of biodiversity. Wilpattu National Park situated near Puttalam is the largest wildlife sanctuary in Sri Lanka. The most visited national park here is the Yala National Park. Kumana National Park and Bundala National Park are famous for Bird Watching. Udawalawe National Park, Minneriya, and Mullaitivu National Parks are proposed for Elephant watching.

Tourist Attractions in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is a perfect destination for tourists who travel for adventurous sports activities like Surfing, Diving, Rafting and Canoeing, Hot Air Ballooning, Fishing, Scuba Diving, Hiking, Trekking, Cycling, and Rock Climbing. Boating is famous in places like Bentota, Madhu Ganga, Koggala, and Bolgoda. Surfing and Diving are popular in Arugam Bay. Trekking is famous at hill ranges like the Knuckles Mountain Range, Horton plains, and Adam’s Peak. Some adorable waterfalls in Sri Lanka are Bambarakanda falls, Ramboda Falls, Ravana Falls, Diyaluma Falls, Laxapana Falls, Dunhinda Falls, St. Clair’s falls, Devon Falls, and Baker’s falls. The beautiful Botanical gardens of Sri Lanka are Hakgala and Royal Botanical Gardens. Essential and precious gems like rubies and sapphires are found in Ratnapura. Apart from these many gems like blue, pink, orange, star sapphires, Moonstones, Topazes, Aquamarines, Garnets, Chrysoberyls, Spinets, Cats Eye, Alexandrite, Padparadscha, etc.., It is famous for the variety of spices like cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, peppercorns, cumin, curry leaves, nutmeg, mace, lemongrass, Dill seeds, coriander, fenugreek, mustard, sweet cumin, gamboge, turmeric, etc., It is also famous for tea production as it is the third biggest tea producing country in the world. Different types of handicrafts are also available in Sri Lanka like wood carving, ceramic ware, bamboo products, pottery, ivory products, handlooms, coir goods, etc.,

Sri Lanka is an extraordinary place to be visited and it is an ideal place for holidays, and vacations, as people of all ages can enjoy this country. The government of Sri Lanka provides secure leisure for the tourists and Sri Lanka visas can be applied for easily through some procedures and tourism visas are easily provided. Many private centers are available for the Sri Lanka visa services and are got before or on arrival in the country.

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