02:35One of the best things to do when visiting Sri Lanka is taking a train ride on Sri Lanka Railway. Sri Lanka Railway Department, branded “Sri Lanka Railways” (SLR), is Sri Lanka‘s railway owner and primary operator. It is a key department of the Sri Lankan Government, under the Ministry of Transport, with a history […]
11:55Adam’s Peak is a place of worship and pilgrimage by many religions for more than 1000 years. Also known as Sri Pada, it is home to a foot imprint on a rock at its summit. Depending on the faith, the footprint has been considered that of Buddha, the god Shiva, St. Thomas, and even, Adam after he […]
Anantamaa Hotel is tucked away in Uppuveli near Trincomalee, just steps away from the beach. The hotel has 28 rooms that include air conditioning, a private terrace and tea/coffee making facilities. Modern en suite bathrooms come with a bathtub or shower, hairdryer and toiletries. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel. The room was very simple […]
05:12The Royal Ancient City of Polonnaruwa, declared a UNESCO World Heritage in 1982, is the second most ancient of Sri Lanka‘s kingdoms. Just north of present-day Polonnaruwa town, 140km (90 miles) north of Kandy (216 km/134 miles from Colombo), are the ruins of ancient Polonnaruwa, which date from the late 10th century, when the Chola kings of southern India […]
02:36A little way down Temple Road, not far from Negombo town lies the Angurukaramulla Temple (Bodhirajarama Maha Viharaya – මීගමුව බෝධිරාජාරාමය), well known for its Buddha statue standing 6 metres high and its odd and colourful interiors. The massive seated Buddha and the gaping lion’s mouth of some weird creature from the entrance to the temple, a gigantic sculpture of […]
08:31Anuradhapura is one of the ancient capitals of Sri Lanka, famous for its well-preserved ruins of ancient Sri Lankan civilization. The city, now a UNESCO World Heritage, was the centre of Theravada Buddhism for many centuries. The city lies 205 km north of the current capital Colombo in Sri Lanka‘s North Central Province, on the […]
10:54With a tropical climate all year, any time is suitable to travel to Colombo – the commercial and financial capital of Sri Lanka. First appearances show that Colombo is changing. A development plan is underway with improvements to build the Colombo Port City and other huge developments. The city of Colombo I visited in 2015 will drastically […]
04:28Dambulla Cave Temple, also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla is a UNESCO World Heritage since 1991. It is the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. A sacred pilgrimage site for 22 centuries, this cave monastery, with its five sanctuaries, is the largest, best-preserved cave-temple complex in Sri Lanka. The Buddhist mural paintings are of particular […]
10:12I watched and filmed the fishermen of Uppuveli work from start to end of the day, almost a week here. The abundance of sea-life they withdrew in long red nets, working fishermen and baskets filled, and the many nets that came to shore filled with sea-life alive. Uppuveli is a little coastal community consisting a golden sand […]
Fortaleza Hotel Galle is a historic well maintained and a very good place to stay while in Galle – Sri Lanka, excellent service and fantastic setting. With only 4 rooms this historic and well-kept hotel/boutique/B&B is stunning! Superb rooms very well kept and nicely designed, comfort and styled and feel like home! The room was spacious with a window […]
04:39Galle is the fifth largest city in Sri Lanka, situated on the southwestern tip, 119 km from Colombo. The Galle Fort is a UNESCO World Heritage. From Colombo, you can take the train or bus. Both travel right next to the beach coast and have beautiful views. Depending on traffic, or how many stops the train makes, travelling from […]
Hotel Sigiriya is located within the Cultural Triangle of Sri Lanka. Featuring the best view of the Lion’s Rock from the outdoor pool. Great sized guestrooms are air-conditioned and offer views of the garden. Each room is equipped with a minibar, tea/coffee making facilities and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The rooms are very nicely decorated, though […]
Jetwing Sea is a beachfront hotel in Negombo with spacious rooms with stunning sea views. Modern dark wood furnishings and floors, Jetwing Sea’s air-conditioned rooms have flat-screen TVs, a sofa and tea/coffee making amenities. The bathroom is large and modern, with large bathtub and separate shower, a glass wall means you can look into your room while soaking in the […]
09:09Kandy was the last capital of the ancient kings’ era of Sri Lanka, home of The Temple of the Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa), one of the most sacred places of worship in the Buddhist world. It was declared a world heritage site by UNESCO in 1988. The second-largest city in the country after Colombo and is generally […]
Kulansa Tours offers a private driver for travelling around Sri Lanka that works with your plans and schedule. Kulansa Tours, meaning ‘respect’ in Sinhalese, is operated by Steven Silva who has been taking visitors around Sri Lanka for many years. He is open-minded and easy to get along with, you needn’t be afraid to ask Steven for anything, […]
Milano Tourist Rest is located in Anuradhapura, features a restaurant and a garden, and free Wi-Fi throughout the property. The 15 rooms at Milano Tourist Rest are air-conditioned and come with a fan and a TV with cable channels. Each has a private bathroom. Good sized room but looking like from another decade, and a little worn. […]