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Negombo
situated by the shores of a lagoon by the same name once has
been a trading port for Portugese and Dutch and is a ideal
place for those who want quick access to and from the airport.
Attractions in the city are the old Dutch fort gate built
in 1672 now a part of the prison, the Dutch Canal which was
then a supply route to the Dutch administration, old churches
and fishing villagers. The 100km long canal running through
the town is still being used and is an attraction for those
who want to see the country from a different perspective.
The
stretch of road towards Kotchchikade comes to life at dusk
(most shops are open at daytime too) with many handicrafts
and curio shops, gem shops, restaurants and internet cafes
catering for tourists.
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| Anuradhapura |
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Anu-radha-pura Kingdom lasted one thousand
and five hundred years from 380BC. This city is home to many
of the earliest grandest monuments of Sri Lanka. A popular
destination of Sinhalese Buddhist's prilgimages because of
its many ancient Buddhist monuments.
Anuradhapura
has been made royal capital by the king Pandukabhaya in 380
BC. It remained residence and royal capital for 119 successive
Singhalese kings till the year 1000 AD when it was abandoned
and the capital moved to Polonnaruwa. You will see some of
the most famous as well as the tallest dagoba of Sri Lanka,
remains from palaces, temples, monasteries, ceremonial baths
and the temple of the holy Bo-tree. This tree was grown from
a sapling of the very tree under which more than 2500 years
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| Polonnaruwa |
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Polonnaruwa
lies 216 km northeast of Colombo, 140kms northeast of Kandy
and 104kms southeast of Anuradhapura. Sri Lanka's medieval
capital (11th - 12th Century AD) is a well-preserved city
of ancient dagobas, moonstones, beautiful parks, massive buildings
and stunningly beautiful statues. The majestic King's Council
Chamber, the Lotus Bath, the Lanka Thilaka Viharaya, the Gal
Viharaya (rock temple) and the statue of one of Polonnaruwa's
great kings, Parakramabahu, are a few of this capital's memorable
sights. The Sea of Parakrama - a vast 12th century man-made
reservoir dominates the city. Although it is nearly 1000 years
old, it is much younger than Anuradhapura, and in much better
repair. Moreover, the monuments here are located in a more
compact area, and their development is easier to follow
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| Sigiriya |
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Polonnaruwa
lies 216 km northeast of Colombo, 140kms northeast of Kandy
and 104kms southeast of Anuradhapura. Sri Lanka's medieval
capital (11th - 12th Century AD) is a well-preserved city
of ancient dagobas, moonstones, beautiful parks, massive buildings
and stunningly beautiful statues. The majestic King's Council
Chamber, the Lotus Bath, the Lanka Thilaka Viharaya, the Gal
Viharaya (rock temple) and the statue of one of Polonnaruwa's
great kings, Parakramabahu, are a few of this capital's memorable
sights. The Sea of Parakrama - a vast 12th century man-made
reservoir dominates the city. Although it is nearly 1000 years
old, it is much younger than Anuradhapura, and in much better
repair. Moreover, the monuments here are located in a more
compact area, and their development is easier to follow
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| Kandy |
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Kandy,
the last royal capital of Sri Lanka is a major tourist destination.
( 115kM from Colombo at 465 meters above sea level). Famous
for the Temple of the Tooth and many other temples the city
could be called the cultural capital of the island.
Kandy Perahera, the pageant of the temple of tooth where Buddha's
tooth is kept is held either in July or August each year to
parade the golden caskets is a must see itenary if one is
visiting Sri Lanka during these months. The final night procession
is the most spectacular event of the country. More than 50
elephants parade the city accompanied by the drummers, dancers
and chieftains.
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city established in the 15th century was the last royal
capital where 2500 years of royal rule ended. This bustling
market town is rich in cultural diversity has plenty of
iteneries to offer to the tourists from songs dances and
handy crafts to ancient temples and adventure activities.
Kandy is a good transit point to the cultural triangle to
the north or hill country to the south. The city is also
a good source of souvenirs or to experience many cultural
performances at it's various hotels in the city.
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| Nuwara
Eliya |
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Situated
at around 2000m above sea level and surrounded by lush tea
plantations Nuwara Eliya is the main hill resort of Sri Lanka
and the heart of the tea industry. Once a pleasure retreat
of the European planters the town is still very much an English
town with many English style bungalows and buildings. Nuwara
Eliya is a good escape for those who miss cool breeze in tropical
Sri Lanka at any time of the year. Local tourists flock to
this town in their 'season' from March to May when it is the
hottest duration for the town, April being the busiest.
Nuwara Eliya offers many activities for tourists including
visits to tea plantations golfing, horse riding, boating,
hiking and of course exploring the beauty of the landscaped
gardens, waterfalls and plateaus
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| Rathnapura |
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This
is our fabled Gem City , whose seemingly inexhaustible mines
produce rubies , star rubies , sapphires , cat’s eyes
, topaz , amethysts ,zircons ,tourmalines , and moonstones(feldspar)
in endless profusion . Visits to watch the treasure come out
of the earth can be arranged . The National Gem Museum , Rathnapura
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| Hambantota |
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Many
ancient ruins dotted around the present day Hambanthota depict
a significant role played by the people in the south during
early kingdoms of Sri Lanka. |
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| Galle |
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The
capital of the southern province is a city with a colourful
history. UNESCO declared World Heritage Site the magnificent
Dutch fort is the most popular attraction of the town. 300
year old Dutch atmosphere is still very much alive around
the fort and amidst its many historical buildings not invaded
by the skyscrapers. The beautiful beach of Unawatuna is just
6km south east of the city centre.
The
southern coastal belt is the most popular among the tourists
and comes to life mainly from October through April when
the monsoon moves northeast and the sea becomes calm with
blue skies. The earliest European administrative centre
of Sri Lanka was the major port and the largest city until
the British shifted the port to Colombo. The City of Galle
had been the European administrative centre over 4 centuries.
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| Hikkaduwa |
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Hikkaduwa
is one of the earliest tourist beaches of Sri Lanka famous
for its sandy beaches and superb waves for surfing. Once a
popular coral reefs at Hikkaduwa are now nearly extinct. There
are many hotels and guest houses to suit any budget with varying
quality and comfort.
Your itenaries at Hikkaduwa may include hiring a glass bottom
boat for coral viewing, surfing, snorkelling, scuba diving
or simply relaxing in the beach.
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