Category: Sri Lanka
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See it all: The Ultimate One Month Sri Lanka Itinerary
Known as the Pearl of the Indian Ocean, everybody seems to love Sri Lanka. People who haven’t been are fascinated by the country, and those who have visited have nothing but good words to say about it. And it’s easy to see why: Sri Lanka is a hugely diverse country, with something to offer for…
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Exploring the far north of Sri Lanka: Two days in Jaffna
A hugely significant place in Hindu-Tamil history, the city of Jaffna is bursting with tradition, culture and colour. The temples are rainbow-coloured, the palms are green, and – as across the rest of the country – the Tamil people are friendly, welcoming travellers and tourists into their lives with positivity and curiosity. As the capital…
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Public transport in Sri Lanka: A guide to getting around on a budget
I always try to take public transport when I travel. In Sri Lanka, I wanted to do exactly that. Not only is travelling by public transport a great way to save money, it also gives you an insight into the daily lives of the locals around you. Perhaps you’ll find yourself sat with elderly ladies…
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Visiting a Sea Turtle Hatchery, Sri Lanka: Why I regret visiting
“These ones are three days old,” our guide said, lifting a baby turtle out of the water. The turtle flapped his tiny flippers as our guide gestured at me to hold out my hand. I shook my head. “No.” Sri Lanka is home to a number of endemic species that can’t be found in other parts of…
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Is the hike to World’s End worth it?
One of the reasons I knew I would love Sri Lanka is because of its Hill Country; a beautiful area famed for its miles and miles of tea plantations and its abundance of great walking tracks. After exploring the ancient cities north of Kandy, I couldn’t wait to experience the nature of the hills –…
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How NOT to visit Anuradhapura
Recognised as part of the ‘Cultural Triangle’ of Sri Lanka’s Ancient Cities, Anuradhapura is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is firmly on the tourist trail. Dating back to 380AD, the site contains ancient ruins, well-preserved dagobas, brick pools and crumbling temples. Many of the holy sites are still in use today as places of worship,…
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An authentic Sri Lankan Cooking Class with EcoWave
I admit, I have never been a fan of cooking. Don’t get me wrong, I love eating food, but preparing it hasn’t been something I’ve been remotely interested in until recently. I look back and laugh on the time when myself and a friend decided to choose cookery as our “skill” for the Bronze level…
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Kumana National Park: Seeing Elephants on Safari with EcoWave Travels
People flock to Sri Lanka for many reasons. Some want the beaches, with the perfect white sands that look exactly like the pictures in the catalogues. Some want the hill country, with its plethora of great walking tracks and endless tea plantations. Some want the history, that dates back hundreds of years and the ruins, temples…
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Where to stay in Ella, Sri Lanka: The Ella Alpine Resort
Nestled amongst the leaves in the tallest hills in Sri Lanka lies the small but beautiful town of Ella. Described as “everyone’s favourite hill town” by the Lonely Planet, it’s easy to see why. This is a town that’s firmly on everyone’s itinerary – whether you stay for one night or a week, there’s something…
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Visiting Lion Rock: How to experience Sigiriya on a budget
Perhaps one of the most famous landmarks in Sri Lanka – besides the beautiful, Instagram-worthy beaches – is the unique, unmissable archaeological site of Sigiriya. With UNESCO World Heritage status, the famous Lion Rock is an enormous square that rises from the landscape in the picturesque, green area of the Central Province. The hefty price tag of the…
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