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13 Most Beautiful Spots In Sri Lanka

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Sri Lanka is known for its natural beauty and it is here that the tourists are busy. There are many famous places to roam here, but seeing the beauty of some special places here, your eyes will remain open. Let’s take you to Sri Lanka’s similar 9 exciting places to visit …

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1. Ella

You will enjoy the beautiful view of the train and outdoors passing through the Ella mountains and forests in Ella of Sri Lanka. Ella is located in the middle of the amazing countryside, with little vegetable plots, tea plantations on the hilly slopes. Finding forests on the peak of the cliffs, this hill station is something called Bizarre! And without a doubt, Ella is one of the most beautiful places to visit in Sri Lanka.

2. Nuwara Eliya

The Kelani river derived from Nuwara Eliya Mountain is considered as the lifeline of Colombo. Nuwaraileya is a hill town situated on an altitude of 2000 meters above sea level. Nellu flower, which once blooms once in fourteen years, named this place named Nuwara Eliya. It’s one of the most beautiful spots in Sri Lanka.

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3. Pinhavala Elephant Orphanage

From this place in Sri Lanka, you will not want to come back quickly because enjoying the feat of elephants and their children will give you a different experience. The place is at a distance of 13 Km from the Kegalle town; to which you can come via any public transport. It’s a very famous tourist attraction and gives travelers a unique kind of experience.

Just imagine, watching the baby elephants enjoying their mischievousness and roaming here and there – it will surely give you a lifetime experience. It’s a place that gives you dozens of small reasons to fall in love with this place. So, while you in Sri Lanka, don’t forget to visit this place.

4. Polonnaruva

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A place which is popular for the temples can be your next stop in Sri Lanka. You can easily invest your entire day witnessing the ancient ruins of Polonnaruwa. The place is well-maintained, full of archaeological reserves with hundreds of ancient structures like tombs and temples, statues and stupas; it ‘s quite difficult to not be amazed by seeing these ruins.

As we know that Sri Lanka is all about temples and historic monuments and heritages which depict its history and culture. And Polonnaruwa is one such place which is very much popular among the travelers and you’ll get to experience the authentic life of Sri Lanka here.

So, if spirituality is your type and you’re also a lover of history, culture, and fond of knowning the tradition of different countries, then you must hit this place.

5. Dambulla Cave Temple

In this temple of Sri Lanka, you will find amazing views of the artwork. There are 150 statues of Lord Buddha present here. A tough task if you’re not tunned by these amazing murals and statues in this beautifully preserved cave.

Feel the calmness and peace, in this breathtakingly beautiful cave temple that carries the evidence to the strange and wonderful cultural artifacts in ancient Sri Lanka.

6. Adams Peak

One of the most beautiful places in Sri Lanka is Adams Peak. If you want to see the beauty of the rising sun, then go to the place at night and place the camp here. This place has been made part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site and a biodiversity hotspot too.

The peak is located right in the middle of Sri Lanka and it is known for one thing called, Sri Pada. Sri Pada is actually known to be the footprints of Buddha.

The cliff is in the form of a rock creation above the mountain. Taking aside its spiritual and religious significance, this place is famous for its beauty in greenness. So, visit this spectacular place to have really amazing views from the top of the peak; It’s literally worth!

7. The Old Dutch Fort

Looking for a relaxing moment in the afternoon? What else can be a better moment than watching the sea from the Old Dutch Fort! This is the apt place for the ones who are deeply interested in history. You can see perfect views from the top of the fort; you can even walk on the shore.

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8. Sigiriya or Sinhagiri Rock

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An ancient rock fortress and is one of the most beautiful spots in Sri Lanka. Don’t even dare to miss one of the most exquisite sights in Sri Lanka. Shake yourself amid ancient remnants, noteworthy frescoes, and water gardens at the heart-stopping Sigiriya Rock Fortress.

You’ll regret if you miss the magnificent view from the top, totally covered in forest and rolling hills in every direction. Sigiriya is listed as one of the world heritage sites.

If you want to climb it, you’ll get a 360-degree view of the neighboring regions. However, we must tell you that it’s difficult to reach this place, but even if you face hurdles, it’s worth your visit!

9. Kandy and the Temple of the Tooth

Located in the middle of the island, Kandy is the second largest city in Sri Lanka and the last ancient Kingdom capital. It’s the home to the most religious Buddhist temples in the world, the Temple of the Tooth.

A spectacular festival of the Tooth between July and August is celebrated with amazingly adorned elephants, fire eaters, enthusiastic dancers, drummers, and stilt walkers. It’s one of the best places to visit in Sri Lanka.

10. Yala National Park

The park is the nation’s wildlife paradise which is one of the best places in Asia for witnessing wildlife. Yala National Park is home to one of the highest densities of leopard in the world.

11. Arugam Bay

 is a beautiful bay located in the dry part of Sri Lanka and it’s also famous for being one of the best surf spots in Sri Lanka. Also, visit the town’s ancient temples or the nearby Kumana National Park. The bay includes water sports activities like diving, speed boating, and many others.

12. Mirissa

A tiny beach village is one of the best beach towns in the country. Mirissa definitely clinches its place in the list of most beautiful places in Sri Lanka. Here, most of the citizens are fishermen. You can also go fishing with fishermen and have a memorable look at the whales and the other big fishes. Some of the famous and delicious fishes like Tuna are found here.

Don’t forget to taste the local cuisine here. In the evening time, then make your way to beaches to pause a bit. If peace and silence is your character, then you shouldn’t miss visiting this awe-inspiring place in the country.

13. Ceylon Tea Trails Hotel

Basically, this place is a hotel, full of luxuries and natural beauty, but you should visit this place. This deadly combination is drop-dead gorgeous. When you sneak outside the hotel, you’ll glance at the beautiful slopes of the tea garden. So, don’t forget to miss visiting this beautiful hotel.

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