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Discover Sri Lanka through our curated collection of travel stories, local experiences, and hidden gems. From pristine beaches to ancient temples, explore the island's treasures.
Pahanthudawa Waterfall - Sri Lanka
Another iconic destination in Belihuloya is Pahanthudawa, a waterfall that would be mesmerizing to anyone who visits in the fall. The name “Pahanthudawa” was given because of the shape of the base pool which resembles the shape of a clay lamp....
A walk through Horton Plains
Horton plains is situated in the Central Highlands of Sri Lanka and were declared as a national park in the country. This would be probably the only national park in Sri Lanka which allows you to walk inside instead of taking a tour in a jeep....
Konduruhela - Sri Lanka
y inheriting the theme of mountains being named “Hela”(“Fall”) on the Eastern side, our next site is aptly but rather contradictorily named “Konduruhela”. It is situated in the Eastern Province specifically on the Ampara District which is also where Arugam Bay beach is although they are over 2 hours journey apart by car. But it is also closer to Govinda Hela, another mountain range in the vicinity...
Kalkudah and Pasikuda Beach - Sri Lanka
It is difficult to find two breathtaking beaches within walking distance, but not in the eastern shores of Trincomalee, specifically in the Kalkudah and Pasikudah beaches, which boasts spectacular sand stretches back to back...
Coffee Places in Colombo
The most popular export in Sri Lanka is without a doubt Tea. This is perhaps not so surprising from the country that brings you “Ceylon Tea”. Unfortunately coffee is not one of its great exports. This doesn’t mean you can not find good coffee in and around Colombo, although not authentic Espresso in Italy is worth giving a look at. In Sri Lanka coffee shops use locally grounded coffee however there are some places that may serve you high-end foreign beans...
Wildlife in Sri Lanka
From large elephant gatherings to parks that have the highest concentration of leopards in the world to the easiest place in the world to see the blue whale, the largest animal to have ever lived on the planet, Sri Lanka is a surprisingly wildlife paradise. Despite being small in size, Sri Lanka’s wildlife is as varied as the island itself.
Places to visit in Colombo - Part I
Colombo is the commercial heart of the tear of the Indian Ocean, meaning there is a lot of stuff to do in the capital of the little island nation. This will breeze through some of the things to do however it will be just scratching the surface. Hopefully more content will come but for now, let’s dive in...
Baker’s Bend – A hidden beauty in Nonpareil State
A decade back, A4 road was very famous among tourists in Sri Lanka but with time, this road was not used by many travelers, therefore, many natural attractions are hidden from the world. One of the small towns hidden in this road is Belihuloya which is situated 152 km away from Colombo...
Koneswaram Temple - Trincomalee, Sri Lanka
Koneswaram Temple is a Hindu Kovil situated in Trincomalee, East Coast of Sri Lanka, surrounded by the sea mostly. It is perched atop Swami rock and you could see a mighty statue of Lord Shiva even from far....
Pettigala Kandy - Teldeniya, Sri Lanka
The Pettigala range is always one of the well-known mountains among the mountain enthusiasts due to its unique shape. By the literal definition of it meaning “Box Rock '', you would assume this to be a flat-shaped mountain, however quite contrary it is spike-shaped. The Colombo - Badulla road is known to provide travelers with beautiful sights every now and then, and this is certainly one of those. ...
Bambarakanda Falls - Sri Lanka
Bambarakanda falls marks a height of 263m (863 feet) making it the tallest waterfall in Sri Lanka and is ranked 299th amongst the tallest waterfalls of the world. Bambarakanda originates from Kuda Oya, a branch of the Walawe River and situated in between the Belihuloya and Haputale in A4 road. It lies in the Kalupahana area in Badulla District, 5km away from the main road...
Waulpane Limestone cave - The largest and the oldest limestone cave in Sri Lanka.
The waterfall inside the cave is the only waterfall that could be found inside a cave in Sri Lanka. This will never be an easy journey. The path to this wonderful waterfall is slippery and hazardous. Fossils dated back to 500 million years are bearing witness for its long history. ...