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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.
Nuwaragala - Sri Lanka
Dambulla is a district is a treasure trove for many mountaineering enthusiasts with many unheard and untrodden mountain ranges. Nuwaragala Kanda is also situated here and borders with the Polonnaruwa district. However, the site in question might be sought after by the historians as this is a somewhat historically important site, as it would for being sandwiched between two historically important districts, and possibly a literal “treasure trove” as it is a constant target of treasure hunters. If you traveled around Dambulla, chances are you have seen this mountain a couple of times.
Hike to the highest peak in Knuckles range - Gombaniya, Sri Lanka
Knuckles is known as one of the most wonderful, amazing hiking trails in Sri Lanka. Knuckles mountain range located in Matale, Central Province of Sri Lanka, is an UNESCO world heritage site and also a biodiversity hotspot. Most popular hiking spot in knuckles is Duwili ella, which is considered as one of the toughest hiking trails in the country. This is about Gombaniya peak (1906 m)...
Sigiriya
It was a Saturday morning as I remembered, a friend of mine arrived from overseas on Friday and wanted to travel a bit before he caught up with work. Basically, I had a day to plan the whole thing out, since my friend never been to Sigiriya we decided to visit there. So the trip included me and two of my friends.....
Kadiyanlena Falls
Are you a waterfall hunter that often imagines yourself in a bewitching landscape that gives you Goosebumps? It’s time to put through your craving by a short drive to one of the alluring waterfalls, Kadiyanlena Ella. Quite an unusual place is popular among the locals as Katabula Ella as well.
Nelligala International Buddhist Center - Kandy
If you are looking for a place which creates the vibe of peace and tranquility to the mind…..Wow you got it….. Nelligala International Buddhist center, one of the sacred places located at the top of the Nelligala Mountain with the aura of Buddhism and a breathtaking vicinity.
Ambuluwawa - Kandy, Sri Lanka
As a captivating old city, Kandy offers numerous attractions and sights which make our dear diaries fill with amazing memories. Ambuluwawa is a Standalone mountain top that is well known amongst locals situated in Gampola, a small town close to Kandy. Wherever you may go in the bustling town it looms in distance prompting the Scenic beauty.
Lounge 171 - Maharagama
When we see a number as a name for a place, we quite wonder what the number is all about, we'll keep it a side for a bit, and this place is interesting, because it's in the midst of an urban city ‘ Maharagama’....
The common’s coffee house with an uncommon twist
When we generally think about a cafe’, we would think of a hot cup of cappuccino, a foamy latte with scones on the side but this is a little different. This is a place where you could hang out cozily, lie on a bean bag with soothing playing in the air ...and yes still its a cafe’...
Seafood paradise in the Bucket - Cajun on wheels
Cajun on wheels, is a Singaporean franchise with Srilankan Seafood on the platter. (and of course, they have BURGERS!!!) The place is magnificent with a homely atmosphere where you can enjoy your meal peacefully with your loved ones, friends or family....
Arthurs pizzeria
Arthurs pizzeria serves the best thin crust pizza I’ve ever tasted simply because they have gone out of the box and tried to give a sri lankan authentic taste to their pizzas. Even the names are cool and unique .....
Nuwara Eliya - Laxapana Falls
The stage is set now, all that is left is to reach our destination. But this time around we have two destinations and that is to reach the top as well as the bottom of the waterfall, and if you are wondering, “Yes” you can do that.......
Kandy, Sri Lanka- මහනුවර
Kandy - මහනුවර is a major city in Sri Lanka located in the central province. it was known as the last capital of the ancient king's era of Sri Lanka. The city lies in the midst of hills in the Kandy plateau. which crosses an area of filled with tropical plantations....