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Mar-2014
Kandy is the second largest city in Sri Lanka after Colombo. Very lively, the city is built around a large artificial lake and is particularly known in the Buddhist world for its Temple of the Sacred Tooth. It is a very pious and conservative city, and therefore not very festive in the night (for party, […]
Mar-2014
Polonnaruwa is the second oldest city in Sri Lanka, World Heritage listed by UNESCO since 1982. Ruins of the ancient royal city are well preserved and can be visited in an afternoon, usually by bike. Practical information to visit the ancient royal city of Polonnaruwa The park entrance for tourists is quite expensive, as elsewhere […]
Mar-2014
The Temple of Dambulla is a must if you love Buddhas (the temple is composed of five large caves which are filled with Buddha statues, risk of overdose!) but it’s also worth it for its numerous monkeys, its horribly kitsch entrance gate or its magnificent view once you reach the top. Visit the temple of […]
Mar-2014
Anuradhapura is one of the sacred cities of the Cultural Triangle (with Polonnawura and Sigirya). This is actually a huge historical park where it is nice to walk around by bike. Do not miss the Temple of the Sacred Tree (Bodhi Tree Temple), the second most sacred place in Sri Lanka, where you will meet […]
Mar-2014
Spend at least one day in the Sri Lankan capital to visit its temples, especially the romantic Seema Malaka Temple, our favourite because it is on the water. Walk in the shadow of the Viharamahadevi Park or along the beach when the sun goes down to try the street food. It’s a nice introduction to […]
Mar-2014
Hikkaduwa is a huge resort full of tourists (50% of tourists go there) who come to enjoy the sun, the beach and to party! Avoid it if you hate these tourists resorts but include it for at least one night into your program if you want to party CRAZY! There are not many other party […]
Mar-2014
Tangalle is a beautiful beach that has the advantage of being not touristic and therefore almost deserted. It must be said that this is not the ideal beach for swimming, the waves are very strong. It is sometimes advised not to swim, but if you do not go too far it’s pretty funny to play […]
Mar-2014
Mirissa is a beautiful little beach, very quiet and a bit bohemian, more popular with couples and backpackers in our opinion because the nightlife is almost nonexistent. This is perfect for a relaxing evening sipping a cocktail. WHERE TO EAT in Mirissa? We ate at a restaurant on the beach, because the atmosphere is extraordinary […]
Mar-2014
Tissamaharama is the main city from where you can leave for a safari to Yala National Park, the most visited and second largest park in Sri Lanka. So we stayed there to be able to leave at dawn to the safari in the park hoping to meet some wild animals. Unfortunately, tourists are so many that […]
Mar-2014
Ellat is known as the backpackers hub in Sri Lanka, and it is clear that we came across more backpackers than locals here. Ella remains unspoilt by mass tourism tough! This pretty mountain town is the perfect place for those who want to take their breakfast on the patio of their B & B on […]
Mar-2014
A hike in the Horton Plains National Park is usually recommended in the tourist guides if you go in the Sri Lankan mountains (and you should!), and can be a good stop on the road between Nuwara Eliya and Ella. The purpose of hiking is to reach the World’s End, a breathtaking view of the […]
Mar-2014
An unforgettable experience for us: rafting in Kitulgala on the river where the movie “The Bridge on the River Kwai” was filmed! Do not hesitate to put it on your itinerary. It’s refreshing, has great views and above all, is very fun! The crew that accompanied us was awesome, they take pictures of you doing […]