A teardrop-shaped island off the southern coast of India, Ski Lanka has become one of the world’s fastest growing holiday destinations.
Sri Lanka possesses a number of coastal resorts from which to enjoy the refreshing waves of the Indian Ocean lapping up against gorgeous beaches, with the opportunity to indulge in surfing at one of the island’s watersport hotspots. However, the island’s interior also possesses a wealth of charms, with the rolling hills housing the pleasant sight of tea plantations. Sri Lanka is also an important cultural centre, with no less than eight UNESCO heritage sites, including the important religious centre Kandy, the walled city of Galle and the old world charms of Sigiriya.
What you’ll love most about Sri Lanka
- Visit the ancient city of Anuradhapura, the first capital of Sri Lanka and a UNESCO World Heritage site
- Explore the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, an ancient palace and fortress complex built on top of a massive rock
- Take a safari tour in Yala National Park, home to a variety of wildlife including elephants, leopards, and crocodiles
- Relax on the beaches of the southern coast, such as Mirissa or Unawatuna
- Take a train ride through the scenic tea plantations of the hill country, such as Ella or Nuwara Eliya
- Explore the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, another UNESCO World Heritage site and former capital of Sri Lanka
- Go on a whale watching tour in Mirissa or Trincomalee, where you can see blue whales, humpback whales, and other marine life