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| About Sri Lanka |
| Sri Lanka's idyllic landscape and a mercurial mix of opportunities are the ultimate holiday destination.
Today's Sri Lanka welcome visitors to experience the nation's glittering tapestry of culture, and the rich abundance of nature, so handsomely bestowed, and to give credence to the old adage - that good things come in small packages.
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Sri Lanka Map |
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Hotel Cities in SRI LANKA |
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| Capital City
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Colombo |
| Population
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19 million |
| Religion |
Buddhist, Hindu, Muslim,
Christian |
| Language |
Sinhalese, Tamil, English |
| Currency |
Sri Lankan Rupee |
| Dial Code |
94 |
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| Time Zone |
GMT/UTC +6 |
| Climate |
Northeast monsoon (December
to March); southwest monsoon (June to October) |
| Visa Req. |
Visitors from the USA, most western
European countries, Australia, New Zealand, Canada,
Israel, Japan, Singapore and Hong Kong do not require
visas. Automatic entry for between 30 and 90 days is
given on arrival.
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| Public Holidays |
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July/Aug |
The Kandy Esala Perahera |
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Jan. |
Duruthu Perahera |
| Feb. |
National Day |
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New Year |
| May |
Vesak |
| July/Aug |
Vel
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| July/Aug |
Kataragama
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| Electricity |
230V ,50Hz
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| Warning |
Visits can be made to Trincomalee,
Nilaveli and Arugam Bay but should be restricted to these
places. Areas north of Puttalam, Anuradhapura and Nilaveli,
as well as the eastern side of the island south of Trincomalee,
including Batticaloa, should be avoided. |
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Major Tourist Attractions in SRI LANKA |
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Colombo is a fascinating city, not only for its comfortable blend of East and West, but also for its cosy mixture of the past and present. It is the commercial capital of the country.
Attractions: Buddhist temples, Hindu temples, churches the old parliament building, the zoo, museums, and art galleries. |
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In this costal town, the Dutch presence is still visible. Galle was an ancient port (said to be the legendary Tarshish of the Bible), and our first international commerce and trade center. Today, Gale is the bustling provincial capital and administrative center of the south. It is famous for its lovely Unawatuna Bay, where the sea is reef protected and therefore safe for swimming. The old Dutch 'Star' fort (a World Heritages Site) covering 36 hecters, the well-preserved Groote Kerk (Dutch Church), Dutch Government House, the New Oriental Hotel (1684) old bell tower and a tide-based Sewage-System, also introduced by the Dutch. In Gale they still make the Dutch 'pillo-lace' and do fine ebony-carving and gem-polishing. |
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Kandy
Sri Lanka's hill capital is, perhaps, its most beautiful town. It is 488 meters above sea level, and next to Colombo, is Sri Lanka's most visited place. The focal point of the town is the golden-roofed Dalada Maligawa, where the sacred tooth relic of the Buddha is enshrined. The highlight of the year is the Esala Perahera, when a replica of the relic casket is taken in procession, accompanied by exotically costumed dancers, drummers and some 100 elephants during ten glittering nights in July/August. There are numerous shrines and temples in and around Kandy, where you will see rare paintings, frescoes, and stone carvings.
Don't miss the Paradeniya Gardens, with its amazing variety of trees, plants and flowers. Kandy is an exiting place for shopping, with souvenirs in wood, copper, silver, brass, ebony, and bronze.
Ceramics, lacquer work, handlooms, batiks, jewellery and rush and reed-ware can also be purchased.
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Nuwara Eliya
Set in the heart of tea-country, this beautiful town is where the British succeeded in creating an English countryside, with homes in styles from Georgian to Queen Anne. Well-kept lawns with hedges, an Anglican church, and the famous golf course and beautiful parks given the place an air of nostalgia. Situated 1,890 meters above sea level, the air is cool and fresh - a serene retreat from the hustle and bustle of Colombo.
Close to Nuwara Eliya is Horton Plains, Sri Lanka's highest and most isolated plateau. Nature lovers will revel in this wide, patna-grass covered plain, the haunt of many wild, yet harmless, animals and the home of many species of birds. Bridle paths will take you to the precipice known as World's End - a sheer drop of 1,050 meters. Acres and acres of tea with its lush green foliage extend miles across the hills, and no visit to the hill country is complete without a visit to a tea estate, and the chance to purchase some of the world's finest flavoured tea. |
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Sigiriya
This rock fortress was a royal citadel for more than 18 years. In a sheltered pocket, approached by a spiral stairway, are the famous frescoes. The summit of the rock, with an area of nearly one hectare, was the site of the old palace - the outer wall of which was built on the very brink of the precipice. The UNESCO-sponsored Central Cultural Fund has restored Sigiriya's 5th century Water Gardens to is former glory. |
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Source: Sri Lankan Tourism Website |
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