PLACES OF INTEREST - Sri Lanka

Adam’s Peak

We pass some tea plantations in the twilight and now we are passing from the opposite direction to old-age local pilgrims who greet us warmly. Read more >>>

Sri Lanka | Travel 2009 | Travel Story | Mountain

Anuradhapura

Anuradhapure is the royal city of Sri Lanka with the enlightened Bodhi (Buddha) tree and was the capital of the country for 1000 years. The city is famous because of his ancient temples, holy ruins and is a must-see for every traveler. Read more >>>

Sri Lanka | Travel 2009 | Places of Interest | Sight

Colombo

The only real city in Sri Lanka with colonial relics of the Portuguese (fort), Dutch (church) and British (Hotel) but also countless entertainment and shopping opportunities. Close to the capital is the international airport. Read more >>>

Sri Lanka | Travel 2009 | Places of Interest | City

Galle and Unawatuna

One of Holland's most famous and most important colonial cities in Asia; the beautiful walled Galle with numerous Dutch remains. The beautiful old city is close to one of country’s most beautiful and relaxed beach villages Unawatuna. Read more >>>

Sri Lanka | Travel 2009 | Places of Interest | City and Beach

Haputale

Around the little mountain village Haputale it’s possible to visit the most extended and beautiful tea-plantations of the country. You can make a sunsettour to Lipton seat for views and/or visit the old British mansion of one of the owners. Read more >>>

Sri Lanka | Travel 2009 | Travel Story | Sight

Kandy

In religious Kandy, blessed with a beautiful lake, monasteries and museums, the country's most important relic is also preserved here - the magic canine of Buddha. You can also visit a local play in the city’s theatre. Read more >>>

Sri Lanka | Travel 2009 | Places of Interest | City

Kitulgala

The village of Kitulgala is not known by many people; even locals don’t often know where it is. In this little town in central Sri Lanka among beautiful mountains and forest the blockbuster film Bridge over the river Kwai was filmed and you can still see the remains.. Read more >>> 

Sri Lanka | Travel 2009 | Travel Story | Sight

Mirissa

After my siesta, I walk over the beautiful beach of the village and order something to drink at a beach club. Read more >>>

Sri Lanka | Travel 2009 | Travel Story | Beach

Negombo

Negombo is situated just north of capital Colombo and is famous because of his Dutch canal’s where cinnamon was transported. The beach-city has several colonial relics as a former Dutch fort and church and is often used as a base for visiting the north. Read more >>>

Sri Lanka | Travel 2009 | Travel Story | City

Polonnaruwa and Sigiriya

The most visible UNESCO site of Sri Lanka is the immense lion rock Sigiriya with its world famous erotic murals and exceptional views. Polonnaruwa is like Anu a former capital of the country with many temple ruins and history. Read more >>>

Sri Lanka | Travel 2009 | Places of Interest | Sight

Yala National Park (Tissamaharama)

Yala national park is situated in the southeast of the country and is one of the best parks in the world where you can encounter a wild leopard. In the coastal park you can also spot elephants, bears, buffalo’s and many other animals best seen on a joined tour from Tissamaharama. Read more >>>

Sri Lanka | Travel 2009 | Travel Story | National Park