Sri Lanka Area Guides
Everything you Need to Know about Sri Lanka Destinations
Located in the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka has always been a major link between West and Southeast Asia.
Gorgeous beaches surround the island, dramatic mountainous landscapes rise in the south, and with one third of the land covered by tropical forest, Sri Lankan destinations offer all the attractions of a tropical paradise.
Continuing further south from Beruwela in the south west you reach Bentota. About 62 km south of Colombo, the city is graced by palm trees and a serene atmosphere. Located in the Southern Province, many tourists take in Bentota as a combined excursion with Beruwela. Read More...
Located in the southwest of Sri Lanka, Beruwela is a charming coastal town. It is marked as the first Muslim settlement or port in the country and was set up by Arab traders in the 8th century. Read More...
The capital of Sri Lanka is called Colombo. It is debatable how the name came into existence. While some believe that it was a distortion from the old name of Kolam, others believe it was taken from the Coconut palm. No matter which fact the name was taken from it is known as Colombo by everyone today. Read More...
Galle is the capital city of the Southern Province of Sri Lanka. The town has a World Heritage Site to its name and that is predominantly responsible for its popularity with tourists. This is the 300-year-old Dutch Fort, but there are other historical buildings to view as well. If you are visiting from Colombo you can take the train or the bus to get to Galle. Read More...
Want to escape from the heat in the plains? Head over to the hill city of Kandy or to what is locally known as Maha Nuvara. It is the second-largest city of Sri Lanka and an important Buddhist pilgrimage destination, especially for Buddhists who belong to the Theravada school. Read More...
The town of Negombo is situated on the shore of a lagoon which is also called Negombo. It has been an important trading port for both the Dutch and the Portuguese in the years past. It is a beautiful sea side resort on the western part of the island of Sri Lanka. Read More...
This city in the Hill Country is rather colonial in its appearance. The temperate climate endeared itself to the Englishmen who colonized the island over a century ago. It was even known as 'Little England.' Read More...
The town is located in the North Central Province of Sri Lanka. It is a popular stop for tourists interested in its archeological ruins. Essentially, the town has but one main attraction. Read More...
