Sri Lanka Tourism & Travel Guide - Places to see in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka Tour & Travel Guide - Places to See in Sri Lanka

Temple of Sacred Tooth, Kandy

Open from morning till evening, the temple features a tooth relic of Lord Buddha, and it is also considered one of the most Holy shrines of Sri Lanka. Do confirm the timings of the temple before making a visit as there are many activities that you might want to attend inside the temple. The temple is situated in Kandy, also recognized as the cultural Capital of Sri Lanka. Intercity Express Trains are the best way to reach Kandy from Colombo.

Pinnewala Elephant Orphanage

This Elephant Orphanage in Kandy houses more than 70 semi-tame elephants. Visitors can watch the elephants being fed and bathed. There is also a small place in the street adjacent to the river that recycles elephant waste and uses the same to make paper, crayons, diaries, note pads etc.

The Tea Museum, Hantane

Located in Hantane (Kandy), it is one of the ancient tea factories in Hantana Estate. It has now been converted into a museum that features the history of Sri Lankan Tea. Those interested in exploring Sri Lanka’s art and culture will surely enjoy a visit to this place.

Colombo Zoological Park

Colombo's zoo features a variety of animals, birds, and reptiles from across the World. One of the most popular events inside the Zoo is the elephant show that takes place every evening at around 5:15PM. One can also enjoy elephant and pony rides in the Zoo. At the moment, the zoo is undergoing a renovation and the authorities are planning to have an open area for the various activities of elephants.

Yala National Park

Zoom into the rich wildlife at its best! Yala National Park is home to a wide variety of elephants, monkeys, peacocks, leopards, etc. This walking-talking Jungle Book also features more than 150 species of birds including pintails, white-winged black terns, curlews, hornbills, bucket-load, etc. You will be required to check the details before paying a visit because strict security measures sometimes lead to sudden closure of the national park.

Bentota Beach

Located at a distance of 65 km from Colombo, the Bentota beach area is beautiful. This is one of the best places in south of Colombo for lazy lounging and chilling out with family and friends. Some other nearby beaches that can make way for an exciting weekend gateway are Jaffna Beach (398 km from Colombo), Kalkudah Beach (282 km from Colombo), Koggala Beach (12 km south of Galle).

Cultural Triangle

The cultural triangle comprises of the cultural sites of ancient cities like Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Dambulla, and Kandy. These cultural World Heritage sites hold great value and are frequented by pilgrims, locals as well as foreigners. When you are in the Cultural Triangle area, don’t forget to visit the newly constructed museums near the the Abayagiri monastery at Anuradhapura. Also visit the Treasure House at the Jethawana monastery, and the new museum and visitor center of Polonnaruwa.

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