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Tourism in Sri Lanka – By Malsha – eLanka Sri Lanka is a popular tourist destination known for its natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and warm hospitality. The country has a diverse range of attractions, including pristine beaches, ancient ruins, national parks, and religious sites. Some of the most popular tourist destinations in Sri Lanka include: Sigiriya Rock Fortress: This ancient fortress is one of Sri Lanka’s most iconic landmarks and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Kandy: The cultural capital of Sri Lanka, Kandy is known for its vibrant festivals, including the Esala Perahera, and the sacred Temple of the Tooth. Galle: A coastal city with a rich colonial history, Galle is home to a well-preserved fort and charming Dutch-era architecture. Yala National Park: One of Sri Lanka’s premier wildlife destinations, Yala is home to leopards, elephants, and a variety of other species. Ella: A scenic hill town surrounded by ...

Mar 24, 2023 Posted by In Articles, Malsha Madhuhansi Tagged , , , , , , , ,
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10 BEST THINGS TO DO IN KANDY – By Malsha – eLanka Kandy is a city in the central highlands of Sri Lanka, located approximately 115 km northeast of Colombo. It is the second largest city in Sri Lanka after Colombo and is known for its rich cultural heritage and scenic beauty. The city is surrounded by mountains and is home to several important Buddhist temples and historic sites, including the Temple of the Tooth Relic, which is considered to be one of the most sacred Buddhist sites in the world. Kandy is also famous for its traditional dance performances, beautiful botanical gardens, and the picturesque Kandy Lake. The city has a rich history and was once the capital of the ancient Kingdom of Kandy, which was the last independent kingdom in Sri Lanka before it was colonized by the British. Today, Kandy is a popular tourist destination and is ...

Mar 8, 2023 Posted by In Articles, Malsha Madhuhansi Tagged , , , , , , , , ,
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Degaldoruwa Cave Temple – vibrant ancient Kandyan art – By Arundathie Abeysinghe Situated in Amunugama, approximately seven kilometers from Kandy City and considered as a Cave Temple with Kandyan era paintings and architecture, Degaldoruwa Raja Maha Viharaya is well-known among local and foreign tourists due to the magnificent intriguing multi-colored artworks of *Kandyan Kingdom that adorn its walls. According to chronicles, the cave of the Temple has been hollowed out of a rock (by breaking the rocks) that rose to a height of around 40 feet (approximately 12 meters) and shelters the Shrine Room as well as an entrance (an area leading to the Shrine Room). The Temple had been constructed at a location where two rocks were touching each other from above and below and the rock mass has a height of approximately 40 feet (approximately12 meters). Construction of the Temple has been initiated by King Kirthi Sri Rajasinghe ...

Jan 7, 2023 Posted by In Articles, Arundathie Abeysinghe Tagged , , , , , , ,
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Sri Lanka attracts 30000 tourists in December – By Arundathie Abeysinghe   Over 30,000 tourists have arrived in Sri Lanka up to today (19) and aspires to attract the target of 800,000 by end of December. Setbacks experienced due to economic and political crisis, alongside protest campaigns that ousted President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, tourist arrivals decreased during the first six months, this year. Currently, Sri Lanka’s tourism industry is on the way towards recovery. Tourism sector is gathering momentum with large numbers of tourists arriving in Sri Lanka. *Ella is the most popular destination of tourists this year, followed by Kandy, Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Trincomalee, Batticaloa and Galle. Tourism sector plays a significant role in the island nation’s economy, making up 12 percent of the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and the third largest source of foreign exchange, providing much-needed revenue for the government. Tourism brings employment opportunities adding thousands of direct ...

Dec 20, 2022 Posted by In Articles, Arundathie Abeysinghe Tagged , , , , , , ,
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Sri Dalada Palace, (Temple of tooth)which is the crown jewel of the Buddhists – By Malsha – eLanka Sri Dalada Palace is a great place of pilgrimage for Buddhists. The Gauthama Buddha’s left tooth relic is kept at that place. At present, shri Dalada Palace is located in Kandy. This Kandy was an area belonging to Senkadagala kingdom in the past. Senkadagala was the last kingdom of Sri Lanka. In the past, with the transfer of kingdoms to different areas, shri Dalada was kept in the same area.  Protecting Dalada is one of the responsibilities of the king. Kandy, located in the Mahaweli River Valley, was the capital of the Senkadagala Kingdom, so the Dalada Palace was built in this area. Dalada Palace was first built by King of 1st Wimaladharmasuriya . It was during 1592 – 1604. The current Dalada Palace was built by King Sri Weeraparakrama Narendrasingha. Pujas ...

Dec 16, 2022 Posted by In Articles, Malsha Madhuhansi Tagged , , , , , , ,
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Beautiful Sigiriya full of mysteries – By Nadeeka – eLanka Sigiriya is one of the best places to see many people who come to Sri Lanka every year. In 1980, UNESCO named Sigiriya a national world heritage, and Sigiriya is also known as the 8th wonder of the world. Even today, there are many things that could not be solved about the technology of Sigiriya. There are historical stories about Sigiriya. According to grant history, the Sigiriya kingdom is more than 1500 years old. But archaeological evidence suggests that it may have been alive more than 5000 years ago. The height of Sigiri rock is only 180 meters. Due to this height, the kingdom of Sigiri gained great advantages. The point of this grant is the difficulty for enemy irregulars to attack this kingdom. The other thing is the ability to easily inspect the entire environment. It was easier to ...

Dec 13, 2022 Posted by In Articles, Nadeeka Kumari Tagged , , , , , ,
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Why You Must Visit Sri Lanka Now by Brightsun We’ve all heard about news reports of Sri Lanka’s worsening economic crisis, soaring inflation and widespread protests but if you want to visit this beautiful country, the pros outweigh the negatives. Despite the crisis, Sri Lanka continues to welcome tourists, as hotels are filling up and the mood remains upbeat. Non-resident Sri Lankans are also returning home to visit their families, and perhaps, at this point of time, this is the best way to help this struggling country, as a whole eco-system will restart with hotels, restaurants, guides, cabs etc. Plus, the country has never been so affordable to tourists. Brightsun Travel have special discounted fares on several airlines including Emirates, plus added extras like increased baggage allowance up to 40kg if you are going home to visit friends and family. With endless beaches, lush landscapes, oodles of elephants and fun ...

Jun 16, 2022 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , , ,
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Kandy Lamissies have Talent – by Dr Harold Gunatillake Hello friends, Kandy is a special spot in my heart, nestled in the shadow of the Knuckles Mountain Range with epic scenery, and so much to see if you visit this ancient historic capital, a haven for backpackers, next to Ella. There is so much to see that visitors need to spend a few days to enjoy the places to visit, historic places, natural parks, overlooking the town with the blessings of a giant Buddha statue, and most of the Lamissies in Kandy are special to me, that Mariazella has composed a catchy baila called ‘I am your Kandy Lamissi’which I have used in this video as background music. Enjoy the rhythmic gyrating dances performed in this video by Kandy girls and boys, who have special talents. Website:www.doctorharold.com Disclaimer: The information contained in this article is for general information purposes only, ...

Apr 4, 2022 Posted by In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged , ,
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