SRI LANKA – THE BEST COUNTRY TO VISIT

Lonely Planet named Sri Lanka the best country to travel in 2019. Here are the interesting 12 things they had to say,

1. From countless beautiful beach of Sri Lanka, the beaches of Tangalle are the best. Marakolliya beach has tropical flowers and mangrove lagoons. Rekawa beach is one of the finest strips of sand where turtles have nested for centuries and still utterly breathtaking.

2. Best way to travel in Sri Lanka is by train even though getting a seat in the train to Ella a bit difficult its worth grabbing a standing room spot the beauty of carpets of Tea.

3. The ancient city of Anuradhapura is one of the amazing sights filled with archaeological and architectural wonders. The sacred Sri Maha Bodhi, is one of world’s oldest trees.

4. Kandy is the cultural capital of Sri Lanka and home to the Sacred Temple of Tooth Relic which holds the historical tooth relic of Buddha. Explore the old quarter and the central lake as well as the beautiful Peradeniya botanical Gardens.

5. Arugam Bay is the best place to surf in Sri Lanka. The long right break at the southern end of the bay is the island’s best. Surfing season starts from April to September. Even November can offer some good days.

6. Visit any Sri Lankan markets, you can smell the nations rich diversity and flavors. Cooks spend hours preparing the spices for the national dish: Rice and curry. The dishes offer a variety of individual vegetables dishes. Meat free eating is easy in Sri Lanka.

7. Sri Lankan Tea are world famous for a good reason. The industry has a history of 150 years old. You can see the process of plucking tea in the plantations of the stunning hill country.

8. Udawalawe National Park is the closest Sri Lanka gets to East Africa. This grassland is home to masses of colorful birds, herds of Buffalos and hundreds of Elephants.

9. The gardens at the base of Sigiriya are magnificent. A 370-meter rock erupts out of the landscape is a must look. The landmark is surmounted by ruins and etched with art. Climbing to the top will reward you with amazing views.

10. Sri Lanka is one of the world’s leading wellness destinations. There are ayurvedhic spas and Yoga class sessions all over the country.

11. Galle is an enchanting town to explore on foot. The old trading spot is a UNESCO world heritage sight with imposing Dutch colonial buildings, ancient mosque, churches, grand mansions and Museums.

12. Sinharaja Rain forest is a stunning UNESCO world heritage site although often shrouded by rain clouds. There are park rangers to lead you explaining the wealth of plant, bird and animal life.

The distances within the country are short so even a week holiday can offer you an experience of a lifetime.