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11 articles about Sri Lanka travel.
Beach Hopping Along Sri Lanka's Southern Coast
August 31, 2026
A practical guide to Sri Lanka's southern coast beaches: Hikkaduwa, Unawatuna, Weligama, Mirissa whale watching, Hiriketiya, and Tangalle's turtle nesting sites, with seasonal swimming advice.
Arugam Bay: Sri Lanka's Surf Capital
August 20, 2026
A practical guide to Arugam Bay: the surf breaks from Main Point to Pottuvil Point, the surf season, Pottuvil Lagoon wildlife, Kumana National Park, and how to get there from Colombo and Ella.
Galle Fort: Where History Meets the Ocean
August 18, 2026
A practical guide to Galle Fort: its Portuguese and Dutch colonial history, the rampart walk, key buildings inside the walls, the 2004 tsunami story, the Galle Literary Festival, and everything you need to visit.
Ella: The Instagram-Perfect Hill Station
August 16, 2026
A practical guide to Ella: the Nine Arch Bridge, hiking Little Adam's Peak and Ella Rock, Ravana Falls, the Demodara Loop train experience, and everything you need to plan your visit.
Nuwara Eliya: Little England in the Tropics
August 4, 2026
A practical guide to Nuwara Eliya: colonial architecture, tea plantation tours, Gregory Lake, Victoria Park, Horton Plains and World's End, strawberry farms, and the Sinhala New Year season.
Kandy: The Cultural Heart of Sri Lanka
July 6, 2026
A practical guide to Kandy: the Temple of the Tooth Relic, the daily puja ceremonies, Kandy Lake, cultural dance shows, the Royal Botanical Gardens at Peradeniya, local markets, and the Esala Perahera festival.
Polonnaruwa: Medieval Marvels and Royal Splendor
July 4, 2026
A practical guide to visiting Polonnaruwa: the Gal Vihara rock carvings, the Royal Palace ruins, the Sacred Quadrangle, the bicycle circuit, and how to combine it with the elephant gathering at Minneriya.
Anuradhapura: Walking Through Sri Lanka's Ancient Capital
June 16, 2026
A practical guide to visiting Anuradhapura: the Sri Maha Bodhi tree, the great stupas, the bicycle route through the ruins, entry details, and what to know about this 2,400-year-old city.
Sigiriya: Climbing the Lion Rock - A Complete Guide
June 3, 2026
Everything you need for a Sigiriya visit: what the rock is, how long the climb takes, what to see on the way up, when to go for the best conditions, and what to do once you reach the summit.
The Pearl of the Indian Ocean: Sri Lanka's Rich History and Heritage
May 11, 2026
A practical guide to Sri Lanka's 2,500-year recorded history: the ancient Buddhist kingdoms of Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa, three centuries of European colonialism, and the island's eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Welcome to Paradise: Why Sri Lanka Should Be Your Next Travel Destination
August 4, 2025
Your Ultimate Travel Guide to Sri Lanka: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go