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Attractions in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is a highly acclaimed tourist
destination of south Asia renowned for its ancient monuments,
sun-kissed beaches, museums and art galleries. The singular charm
exhibited by the tourist attractions in Sri Lanka will surely engulf
you with ecstasy. The most beguiling among the highlights of Sri
Lanka are its monuments that reveal a rich past and a colonial charm
that has been well preserved in the country. While on your tour to
Sri Lanka, you will come across a number of attractions and some of
them are:
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Fauna and
Flora
The Ecology of Sri Lanka is unique, caused by its
geographical position and by its geological and climatic
history. The island is one of the world's bio-diversity
hot-spots...
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Wildlife
Sri Lanka has a rich and exotic variety of wildlife.
The jungles of Sri Lanka abound in a variety of wildlife, which
is surprising for an island of its size in the tropics...
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Waterfalls
The island is blessed with 103 rivers and rushing down rocky
precipices forming a number of roaring waterfalls of various
shapes and heights, all ending up loosing the momentum at the
Indian Ocean...
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Mountains
Sri Lanka’s Mountains were formed over many
millions of years. The middle of the country comprises a large upland
plain that is edged on its southern and round to its...
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Beaches
Sri Lanka is a paradise of unlimited sun, sea, sand and surf
all year round. Sri Lanka is never out of season for a beach
holiday. There is always some part of the beach that has
friendly and warm waters...
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Tea
Country
It is little wonder that, with over 3000 kilometres
of coastline, South Africa should possess some of the world’s
finest and most beautiful beaches...
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Adventure
Sports
Sri Lank is a superb place for adventurous tourist
who love to do some adventure sports. There are ample
opportunities for tourist to experience several adventure
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Sri Lanka is also home to a large number of nature spots that are
among its prime highlights. The splendid waterfalls of Sri Lanka are
among the most sought-after attractions found in the dense woods on
the mountain slopes and valleys. They fall from amazing heights and
are feast to the eyes. Bambarakande Falls, Diyaluma Falls, Kirindi
Oya Falls, St. Claire Falls, Bopath Falls, Laxapana Falls, Devon
Falls, Rawana Falls, Elgin Falls and Nawarathna Falls are some of
the many waterfalls of Sri Lanka.
The fairs and festivals hold a key place apart from the tourist
attractions in Sri Lanka thus featuring a wide range of Buddhist,
Hindu, Christian and Muslim events. Kandy Esala Perahera
(July/August) is the most spectacular event. This festival is marked
by torch-bearers, whip-crackers, dancers and drummers and climaxes
in a great procession honoring the Sacred Tooth Relic of Kandy.
Duruthu Perahera (January), held in Colombo is also an important one
and celebrates the arrival of Buddha to Sri Lanka.
The other major events you should not miss out are National Day
(February), New Year (March/April), Vesak (May) and Kataragama
festival (July/August).
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