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Landmark Attractions In Sri Lanka

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Kuoni Ceylon Tour
Mahamevnawa Dhammachethiya Buddhist Monastery Anuradhapura
Dara Gems & Jewellery
Ruwanwelisaya Dagoba
Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temple
Safaris
Horton Plains National Park
Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
Glenloch Tea Factory
Tony Sri Lanka Tours
Shoba
Bundala National Park
Galle Fort
Dolphin & Whale Watching
Little Adam's Peak
Sri Lanka , officially the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, is an island country in South Asia, located in the Indian Ocean to the southwest of the Bay of Bengal and to the southeast of the Arabian Sea. The island is historically and culturally intertwined with the Indian subcontinent, but is geographically separated from the Indian subcontinent by the Gulf of Mannar and the Palk Strait. The legislative capital, Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, is a suburb of the commercial capital and largest city, Colombo. Sri Lanka's documented history spans 3,000 years, with evidence of pre-historic human settlements dating back to at least 125,000 years. It h...
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  • 1. Sigiriya World Heritage Site Sigiriya
    Sigiriya or Sinhagiri is an ancient rock fortress located in the northern Matale District near the town of Dambulla in the Central Province, Sri Lanka. The name refers to a site of historical and archaeological significance that is dominated by a massive column of rock nearly 200 metres high. According to the ancient Sri Lankan chronicle the Culavamsa, this site was selected by King Kasyapa for his new capital. He built his palace on the top of this rock and decorated its sides with colourful frescoes. On a small plateau about halfway up the side of this rock he built a gateway in the form of an enormous lion. The name of this place is derived from this structure —Sīhāgiri, the Lion Rock. The capital and the royal palace was abandoned after the king's death. It was used as a Buddhist m...
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  • 2. Demodara Nine Arch Bridge Ella
    The Nine Arch Bridge is a bridge in Sri Lanka. It is one of the best examples of colonial-era railway construction in the country. The construction of the bridge is generally attributed to a local Ceylonese builder, P. K. Appuhami, in consultation with British engineers. The chief designer and project manager of the 'upcountry railway line of Ceylon' project was D. J. Wimalasurendra, a distinguished Ceylonese engineer and inventor. The designer of the viaduct was Harold Cuthbert Marwood of Railway Construction Department of Ceylon Government Railway. The 1923 report titled Construction of a Concrete Railway Viaduct in Ceylon published by the Engineering Association of Ceylon has details of all the records including the plans and drawings. It is located in Demodara, between Ella and Demodar...
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  • 3. Dondra Head Lighthouse Dondra
    Dondra Head Lighthouse is a lighthouse located on Dondra Head, Dondra, the southernmost point in Sri Lanka and is Sri Lanka's tallest lighthouse, and also one of the tallest in South East Asia. Dondra Head lighthouse is operated and maintained by the Sri Lanka Ports Authority. The lighthouse is near the village of Dondra, and is approximately 6 km southeast of Matara. The name Dondra is a synonym for Devi-Nuwara in the local Sinhala language, Devi meaning Gods and Nuwara meaning City. Dondra is therefore derived to mean City of the Gods.
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  • 4. Muhudu Maha Viharaya Pottuvil
    Muhudu Maha Vihara is a Buddhist temple situated at Pottuvil in Ampara District, Eastern province of Sri Lanka. This temple which is situated near a wide beach, has been built over 2000 years ago by King Kavan Tissa of Ruhuna. Currently the ruins and remains of ancient stupas, Seema Malaka, Avasa Geya and statues can be seen at the site. Important ruins at the temple premises include stone statues of lord Buddha and two statues of old kings or gods. This viharaya marks the landing place of Viharamahadevi, daughter of Kelani Tissa, who was destined to become the queen of King Kavan Tissa of the Rohana kingdom. According to the ancient chronicle Rajavaliya, it is stated that in the second century BC after Kelaniya was submerged by the sea due to a natural disaster, Devi the daughter of King ...
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  • 5. Mihintale Anuradhapura
    Mihintale is a mountain peak near Anuradhapura in Sri Lanka. It is believed by Sri Lankans to be the site of a meeting between the Buddhist monk Mahinda and King Devanampiyatissa which inaugurated the presence of Buddhism in Sri Lanka. It is now a pilgrimage site, and the site of several religious monuments and abandoned structures.
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  • 6. Maha Saman Dewalaya Ratnapura
  • 7. Kalutara Bodhiya Kalutara
    Kalutara or Kalutota is a major city in Kalutara District, Western Province, Sri Lanka. It is also the administrative capital of Kalutara District. It is located approximately 40 km south of the capital Colombo. The area is well known to produce the Mangosteens, a fruit introduced from Malaysia in 19th century.
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  • 8. Gal Vihara Polonnaruwa
    The Gal Vihara , also known as Gal Viharaya and originally as the Uttararama, is a rock temple of the Buddha situated in the ancient city of Polonnaruwa in North Central Province, Sri Lanka. It was fashioned in the 12th century by Parakramabahu I. The central feature of the temple is four rock relief statues of the Buddha, which have been carved into the face of a large granite rock. The images consist of a large seated figure, another smaller seated figure inside an artificial cavern, a standing figure and a reclining figure. These are considered to be some of the best examples of ancient Sinhalese sculpting and carving arts, and have made the Gal Vihara the most visited monument at Polonnaruwa. The images of Uttararama follow a different style from the images of the previous Anuradhapura...
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  • 9. Pidurangala Rock Sigiriya
    Pidurangala Vihara is an ancient Buddhist temple situated in Pidurangala village of Matale District, Sri Lanka. The temple was constructed on a massive rock called Pidurangala, which is located a few kilometers north of the historical fort Sigiriya.
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  • 10. Muthiyangana Raja Maha Viharaya Badulla
    Muthiyangana Raja Maha Vihara is an ancient Buddhist temple located in the middle of Badulla town in the Badulla District of Uva Province in Sri Lanka.
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  • 11. Japanese Peace Pagoda Unawatuna
  • 12. Tsunami Honganji Vihara Hikkaduwa
  • 13. Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara Tissamaharama
    The Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara is an ancient Buddhist temple in Tissamaharama, Southern Province of Sri Lanka. It was one of the four major Buddhist monasteries established in Sri Lanka, after the arrival of Arhant Mahinda Thera to the country. The site of the Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara was consecrated by Lord Buddha himself, who spent some time in meditation there with 500 arhats , during his third visit to the island. Tissamaharama monastery had been recognized as a pre-eminent Buddhist educational center of the southern Sri Lanka from the 3rd century B.C. to the 11th century A.D. The Tissamaharama Dagoba which is situated in the premises of the monastery is one of the largest stupas in Sri Lanka. The present chief incumbent of Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara is Ven. Devalegama Dh...
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  • 14. Kaludiya Pokuna Dambulla
    Kaludiya Pokuna Archeological Forest Site , is a forest with archeological remains in Kandalama, in the Dry Zone of Sri Lanka.
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  • 15. Sri Muthumariamman Temple Matale
    Muthumariamman Temple or Arulmigu Sri Muthumari Amman Kovil is a temple in Matale, Sri Lanka.The prefix “Muthu”, literally means “pearl”. Mari means rain and Amman means mother. The temple is dedicated to Mariamman, the goddess of rain and fertility.
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10 Best Places To Visit In Sri Lanka.
Sri Lanka is a fascinating island country in the Indian Ocean with spectacular beaches, rich wildlife, a remarkable history and endless opportunities for adventures. Its flavorful food, famous tea, fun trains, oodles of elephants, welcoming people, timeless ruins, rolling surf, and cheap prices make it a great travel destination that it is today. If you are planning to explore this beautiful country, this article is going to help you make a perfect plan. Following are 10 best and most popular places to visit in Sri Lanka:

1. Sigiriya
2. Yala National Park
3. Polonnaruwa
4. Colombo
5. Kandy
6. Nuwara Eliya
7. Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
8. Ancient city of Anuradhapura
9. Galle
10. Botanical Garden of Peradeniya
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Sri Lanka may be a small island in the Indian Ocean but that’s the only thing small about it. The country, formerly known as Ceylon, boasts an ancient civilization, golden sandy beaches with their swaying coconut palms, mountains, and tea plantations. While visiting the island, you’ll see colonial architecture from the days when the Portuguese, Dutch and English ruled. You’ll also see lots of elephants, some of which participate in local festivals and, if you’re lucky, perhaps a leopard or two at a wildlife sanctuary. Here’s a look at the best places to visit in Sri Lanka:

12 things you shouldn't miss in Sri Lanka - Lonely Planet's Best in Travel

With untouched golden beaches to discover, atmospheric train rides through tea-carpeted hills, and ancient temples to admire, Sri Lanka is Lonely Planet's top country to travel to in 2019. Here are 12 more reasons to visit next year.

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10 days in SRI LANKA - The unknown spots

Sri Lanka is crazy beautiful. It's even more beautiful than the normal spots we always see like Kandy, Ella and the south coast. In this video, we delve into the unvisited and unchartered territory that don't appear in your usual travel recommendations.

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My personal top Top 5 Places to visit in Sri Lanka shouldn’t be missed when visiting Sri Lanka as they represent what makes this country so special
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While traveling the country for more than 2 weeks I discovered a new side of the island almost every day. I have been in Sri Lanka for a video production and got to see and experience a lot in a comparably short amount of time.

Accompanied by local guides and wildlife experts I visited several places all over the country: from Colombo through the center to the north-east, afterwards I flew back and went to the south coast and continued to Yala as well as the highlands in Kandy. The following Places to visit in Sri Lanka are my personal top picks!


Things to do in Sri Lanka covered in this video:
- Sigiriya, the lions rock
- Yala National Park
- Pigeon Island, Trincomalee
- Kaudulla Nationa Park
- Nuwara Eliya

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Did I miss any important spot you should visit when traveling to Sri Lanka? Tell us your favorite place to visit in Sri Lanka in the comments below and feel free to share this video with your friends!

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TOP 12 ATTRACTIONS IN SRI LANKA | Travel Guide

Here is my travel guide for some of the top attractions in Sri Lanka. If you are looking for things to do in Sri Lanka, these are 12 of my favorite things to do, some of which are off the beaten path!

1.) 0:38 - Safari
2.) 1:11 - Mobile Camping
3.) 2:13 - Anuradhapura Bike Tour
4.) 2:40 - Forest Monestary
5.) 3:05 - Sigiriya Rock Fortress
6.) 3:27 - Eat at this Sri Lankan Garden
7.) 4:02 - Temple of the Tooth
8.) 4:23 - Royal Botanical Gardens
9.) 4:43 - Tea Factory
10.) 5:13 - Galle Fort
11.) 5:46 - Colombo Culture
12.) 6:11 - Fresh Fruit & Veggies

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10 Best Places to Visit in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka (formerly Ceylon) is an island nation south of India in the Indian Ocean. Its diverse landscapes range from rainforest and arid plains to highlands and sandy beaches. It’s famed for its ancient Buddhist ruins, including the 5th-century citadel Sigiriya, with its palace and frescoes. The city of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka's ancient capital, has many ruins dating back more than 2,000 years.
Capitals: Colombo, Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte
Currency: Sri Lankan rupee
Ethnic groups (2012): 74.9% Sinhalese; 11.2% Sri Lankan Tamils; 9.2% Sri Lankan Moors; 4.2% Indian Tamils; 0.5% other
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Top 10 Reasons to Visit Sri Lanka in 2019

Welcome to Sri Lanka, come see what the “land of smiles” is all about. Welcome to MojoTravels and today we’ll be counting down our picks for the top 10 reasons to visit Sri Lanka in 2019.

For this list, we’re looking at the best attractions and experiences this island nation has to offer.

10: Surfing

9: Adam’s Peak

8: Sigiriya

7: Wewurukannala Vihara Temple

6: Dambulla Cave Temple

5: Wildlife

4: Sri Lankan Cuisine

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Sri Lanka (formerly Ceylon) is an island nation south of India in the Indian Ocean. Its diverse landscapes range from the rainforest and arid plains to highlands and sandy beaches. It’s famed for its ancient Buddhist ruins, including the 5th-century citadel Sigiriya, with its palace and frescoes. The city of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka's ancient capital, has many ruins dating back more than 2,000 years.

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