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Jaffna

Jaffna is the capital city of the northern province of Sri Lanka. It is Sri Lanka’s 12th most populous city and was affected by the civil war of Sri Lanka for almost three decades. There are many important attractions to visit in the Jaffna peninsula which include the Jaffna Fort, King Sangiliyan’s Minister’s House, Jaffna …

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Polonnaruwa

Polonnaruwa is one of the historic capitals of ancient Sri Lanka. It consists of many attractions which were built during the Polonnaruwa era of Sri Lanka from 11th century until 1310 CE. The Gal Vihara, Polonnaruwa Vatadage, Nissanka Latha Mandapaya, Thivanka Pilimage, Thuparama Gedige and Nelum Pokuna are just a pinch of the attractions to …

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Sigiriya

Sigiriya is a small town situated in the Central Province of Sri Lanka. Sigiriya is popular for its main attraction which is the Sigiriya Rock Fortress. The Sigiriya town is also in close proximity to the Dambulla town. Some of the other attractions in and around Sigiriya and Dambulla are Pidurangala Rock and Dambulla Cave …

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Anuradhapura

Anuradhapura is a historically famed city for being the ancient capital of Sri Lanka. There are many attractions to visit in Anuradhapura, many of which were built by the brave kings who ruled the country many centuries ago. Just a few of these are Ruwanweli Maha Seya, Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi, Abhayagiri Stupa, Jetavanaramaya, Mihintale, …

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Galle

Galle is a city situated in the southern part of the island with a Dutch historical background. It is the capital city of the Southern province and a city known for fishing. Galle also boasts of its own natural harbor which is operated by the Sri Lanka Ports Authority. It also has a naval base …

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Nuwara Eliya

Nuwara Eliya is a city located in the central highlands of Sri Lanka, surrounded by the misty mountains of the hill country. Nuwara Eliya is a district with many popular attractions including majestic mountains and wonderful waterfalls. Aadishakti Seetha Amman Temple Aadishakti Seetha Amman Temple, also known as Seetha Matha Temple, is a Hindu temple …

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Kandy

Kandy Kandy is both an administrative and religious city and is also the capital of the Central Province. Kandy is the home of the Temple of the Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa), one of the most sacred places of worship in the Buddhist world. It was declared a world heritage site by UNESCO in 1988 Ambuluwawa …

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Colombo

Colombo is the commercial capital of Sri Lanka and lies on the west cost of the island approximately 38 km off the Bandaranayake International Airport (BIA) at Katunayake. Colombo’s natural harbour was known by the ancient traders for over 2000 years due its strategic position of the east-west sea trade route. Colombo offers you a …

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Mount Lavinia beach

Mount Lavinia beach is Colombo’s seaside getaway and one of the country’s most popular sea-bathing places. This beach is around one hour’s drive from Colombo. Although the Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia region is predominantly residential, the beach strip is a popular destination for people searching for a quick escape from the city. Mount Lavinia beach is ideal …

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