April 14, 2025
Sri Lanka, once called Ceylon, is an island located south of India in the Indian Ocean. Its landscapes include rainforests, dry plains, mountains, and beautiful beaches. The country is famous for its ancient Buddhist sites, like Sigiriya, a 5th-century rock fortress with a palace and frescoes. Anuradhapura, the ancient capital, has ruins that are over […]
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April 14, 2025
Kandy is a large city located in central Sri Lanka, surrounded by mountains and lush tea plantations. The city’s main attraction is the beautiful Kandy Lake, perfect for leisurely walks. Kandy is famous for its important Buddhist sites, especially the Temple of the Tooth (Sri Dalada Maligawa), which is celebrated during the grand Esala Perahera […]
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April 14, 2025
Colombo is the capital city of Sri Lanka and has a rich history as an old trading port. It was once ruled by the Portuguese, Dutch, and British, and this past is seen in its mix of old colonial buildings and modern towers. The Colombo National Museum shares the country’s history and is located next […]
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April 14, 2025
Galle is a coastal city in the southwest of Sri Lanka, famous for its historic Galle Fort. The fort was originally built by the Portuguese in the 16th century and later expanded by the Dutch. Its strong stone walls surround narrow, car-free streets filled with buildings that show Portuguese, Dutch, and British influence. One of […]
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April 14, 2025
Nuwara Eliya is a city in the central highlands of Sri Lanka, known for its cool climate and scenic tea plantations. The Hakgala Botanical Gardens here feature roses, tree ferns, and animals like monkeys and blue magpies. Seetha Amman Temple, a colorful Hindu site, is nearby. Galway’s Land National Park is a small forest area […]
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