Destination Sri Lanka3807849

Sri Lanka, the Jewel of the Indian Ocean, was a great tourist destination for many decades and centuries. It is one of the finest islands in the whole world.

Colombo is the capital city of Sri Lanka. The throbbing city of Colombo reflects the rich cultural history and showcases historical colonial buildings that can leave one spell bounded. It is also known for its fine dining and great shopping avenues. Sri Lanka is a country with a very rich heritage. There are 8 world heritage sites within the country which are - the hill capital Kandy, the sacred city of Anuradhapura, The Dutch fort of Galle, The ancient city of Polonnaruwa, The rock fortress of Sigiriya, The golden rock temple of Dambulla, the beautiful Horton plains and the Singharaja rain forest.

Sri Lanka is famous for its traditional Ayurveda hospitals, Spas, Yoga Training and a large number of Meditation centers. Sri Lanka is also very popular for sports activities and sports tourism. Some of the popular sports include Golf, Surfing, Snorkelling, Scuba Diving, Fishing, Cycling, Trekking and Rock Climbing.

It is also very well known for its wildlife attractions. It homes a variety of mammals, birds, fishes, butterflies and snakes. The major wildlife attractions in this beautiful country are the Leopard, the Sloth Bear, the Elephant, the Blue and the Sperm Whale. Some of the popular wildlife parks in Sri Lanka are Yala National Park, Wasgamuwa National Park and Udawalawe National Park

Tea plantation is also very famous in this part of the world. A drive to hill stations of the central parts can provide you with a picturesque view and beautiful landscape of the Nuwara Eliya. Watch the skilful fingers of the ladies in the tea plantation, plucking the youngest shoots for you to enjoy one of the world's finest teas.

For a comprehensive list of Sri Lanka tourist attractions, visit Sri Lanka Tourist Attractions.