Located in Central Sri Lanka and classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1991, Dambulla’s Buddhist Golden Caves Temple was built in the first century BC and used to serve as a shelter for monks during the rainy season. Called Raja Maha Vihara originally, the caves are carved from a huge granite rock and […]
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Kaludiya Pokuna: the forgotten monastery lost in the jungle
Kaludiya Pokuna is an ancient monastery, located deep into the Sri Lankan jungle near Dambulla and Sigiriya. The place used to be called Dakkhinagiri Vihara and was built by King Saddhatissa in the 2nd century BC. Later, during the 6th century AD, King Aggabodhi developed the site by adding a chapter house. At some point, […]
What to do in Kandy: Sri Lanka’s religious capital
Kandy is one of Sri Lanka’s main city, located in the central area, the town is part of the cultural triangle with Anuradhapura, and Polonnaruwa. The city was first known as Senkadagalapura, then as Mahanuwara, and when the Portuguese invaded, they named it Kande, after the local chief Kande Raja, or King of the Mountain. […]
How to Visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Sri Lanka
Sigiriya or Sihagiri, meaning Lion Rock in Sinhalese, is an ancient rock fortress and capital built in the first century AD by King Kasyapa. The palace was built on top of a massive 200 meters high (660 feet) rock column, the sides of the rock are almost vertical making it really hard to reach the […]
Best things to do in Jaffna – Complete travel guide
Recovering from a violent 26-year civil war between the Tamil Tigers and the Sinhalese that only ended in 2009, the Jaffna peninsula is slowly recovering. Signs of bombing around the peninsula are the only visible reminders of the war as the region keeps developing and moving forward. Jaffna, considered the Hindu cultural and religious center […]
Kaudulla National Park: Meeting wild elephants
About 300 elephants live in Kaudulla National Park area as well as 23 other mammal species and 435 bird species, most of which, endemic to Sri Lanka. Seeing a herd of elephants in the wild is an incredible experience, and you should definitely join a safari during your trip to Sri Lanka. Elephants don’t live […]
Best places to visit in Ella, a trekking paradise
Ella is one of my favorite places in Sri Lanka, trekking through the lush vegetation, the scenery is spectacular and the views are breathtaking. It’s the best place in Sri Lanka to rest for a couple of days, enjoy the fresh air and stroll along the tea plantations visiting temples and waterfalls on the way. […]
Places to visit in Nuwara Eliya – Sri Lanka’s Little England
Nuwara Eliya region is famous for its cooler climate, its abundant tea plantations, and its unique architecture. The city is worth spending a couple of days, relaxing, breathing the fresh air, drinking tea, and, of course, doing some trekking to discover the amazing landscape the area has to offer. Read on to discover all the […]
Top 10 temples in Sri Lanka for your bucket list
With about 80% of its population being Buddhist, Sri Lanka is a high center for Buddhism. The temples in Sri Lanka are amazing, you’ll feel peace and serenity. Walking barefoot on the cold stones, surrounded by incense burning and devotees chanting, you’ll discover a unique atmosphere… Here are some of my favorite and famous temples […]
Best places to visit in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is starting to attract more and more tourists, and now is the perfect time to go. The culture and the way of life there, are really preserved. Contrary to many Asian countries, the western influence is minimal. Visiting Sri Lanka is truly a great experience, the country has a lot to offer in […]
