Though little remains from this era, Kurunegala was the capital of the Sinhalese emperors Bhuvanekabahu II (1293–1302) and Parakramabahu IV (1302-26) for a brief period in Sri Lankan history in the late thirteenth and early 14th centuries. Arriving from the […]
Sigiriya rock
Inscriptions discovered in the tunnels that entwine with the rock’s base show that Sigiriya was used as a religious retreat as early as the third century BC, when Buddhist monks constructed refuges here. Sigiriya did not rise to prominence in […]
11 Activities in Kandy Apart from the Tooth Relic Temple
The biggest attraction in Kandy, as the locals call it, is Sri Dalada Maligawa. In fact, buses packed with tourists stop in Kandy solely to see this unique Buddhist temple. What a great way to discover the former capital of […]
Polonnaruwa or Anuradhapura
Polonnaruwa or Anuradhapura I recently published a blog post titled “Sigiriya or Kandy?” after receiving several questions from our readers who were unsure which pace to choose for their holiday in Sri Lanka. This article’s title is also quite similar […]
Sri Lanka 6-day tour
Among the many tour itineraries available to tourists in Sri Lanka, the itinerary for the Sri Lanka 6-day tour is one of the most popular choices. Although it may be a relatively brief schedule, the Sri Lanka tour itinerary for […]
Adventure sports in Bentota
In 2024, there will be six adventure sports in Bentota that will allow you to face your fears! Most of us like getting away from our everyday routines (even if only for a short time), which is virtually always the […]
Relive a Bygone Era in Anuradhapura, the Historic Capital of Sri Lanka
Relive a Bygone Era in Anuradhapura, the Historic Capital of Sri Lanka Anuradhapura, an extraordinary illustration of Sri Lanka’s fortitude and cultural heritage, provides an indelible expedition through the remnants of a magnificent ancient civilization inhabited by hospitable locals who […]
Mihintale: the birth place of Buddhism in Sri Lanka
Mihintale: Sri Lanka’s Original Buddhist Site Sri Lanka is a stunning island with a wealth of religious and cultural monuments because of its rich historical past, which has made it a popular tourist destination. The most popular among them is […]
Seetha Amman Temple, Sri Lanka: Where Sita Mata Awaited Lord Rama’s Rescue
Seetha Amman Temple, Sri Lanka: Where Sita Mata Awaited Lord Rama’s Rescue Have you ever found history and mythology to be fascinating? If you’re the kind of person who gets a kick out of discovering the legends surrounding holy sites, […]