Historic coastal Buddhist site on the Jaffna Peninsula associated with the arrival of Sangamitta Theri and the sacred Bodhi sapling to Sri Lanka.Read More
Forest-clad ancient monastic complex at Ritigala, with stone pathways, bridges, ponds and austere ruins set within a protected mountain landscape.Read More
Highland botanical garden near Nuwara Eliya established in the nineteenth century, known for cool-climate plant collections, landscaped walks and mountain surroundings.Read More
Sacred Hindu pilgrimage temple on Sri Lanka’s south-eastern coast, closely associated with the annual Pada Yatra route to Kataragama.Read More
Ancient rock citadel and palace complex rising above the central plains, known for its frescoes, water gardens and summit ruins.Read More
Large lagoon and peninsula destination known for kiteboarding, dolphin excursions, fishing communities and coastal wetlands.Read More
Dry-zone national park centered on Minneriya Tank, famous seasonally for large gatherings of Asian elephants.Read More
East-coast surf destination known for point breaks, laid-back beach culture and access to lagoons and wildlife areas.Read More
Living fortified old town with colonial-era ramparts, streets, churches, museums and sea views.Read More