Sri Lanka is one of the most popular tourist
destinations in the Asian region, as it contains a mixture of golden beaches, natural
and unique wildlife, breathtaking landscapes and a rich cultural heritage.
According to the World Tourism Organization, Sri Lanka has the advantage of
having 49 sites classified as unique attractions, 91 as rare attractions, and 7
world heritage sites, and 6 of the 300 ancient monuments in the world.
Colombo is
the commercial and business center of Sri Lanka located on west coast. The city
blends together with old colonial type buildings, high-rise commercial
buildings and hotels. It is filled with shopping malls, airline offices bazaars
and interesting tourist attractions.
Sigiriya
Sigiriya (Lion's rock) is an ancient rock
fortress and castle/palace ruin situated in the cultural triangle of Sri Lanka,
surrounded by the remains of an extensive network of gardens, reservoirs, and
other structures. It is a popular tourist destination, also known for its
ancient paintings (frescos) and it is one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in
Sri Lanka.
Kandy
Kandy in Sinhala, pronounced is the English
name for the city of Maha Nuvara (Senkadagalapura) is in the center of Sri
Lanka. It is the capital of the Central Province and Kandy District. It lies in
the midst of hills in the Kandy Valley which crosses an area of tropical
plantations, mainly tea. Kandy is one of the most scenic cities in Sri Lanka.
Nuwara Eliya
Nuwara Eliya meaning "city on the plain
(table land)" or "city of light", is a town in Sri Lanka. It is
located at an altitude of 1,868 m (6,128 ft) in the central highlands and is
considered one of the most important locations for Tea production in Sri Lanka.
The town is overlooked by Pidurutalagala, the highest mountain in Sri Lanka.
Bentota
A Sri Lankan coastal city famous for golden
beaches and water sports, Bentota is situated on the southern coastal tip of
the Galle District of the Southern Province. The town is a popular tourist
attraction for water sports.
For more information:
Serene
Vacations Lanka (Pvt) Limited
Travel agent and
Tour Operator
Marine City Business Complex,No. 46, 1/8 , First
Floor, Station Road, Dehiwala, Sri Lanka
Tel: +94 112 721519, +94 777 751 788 / +94 77 350 7005
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