SRI LANKA
COLOMBO
It is the financial centre of the island and a tourist destination. It is located on the west coast of the island. Starting your journey around the island you can head east or west. The train is easily accessible and priced under $3.00 for the next destination. A few days here enjoying the sites.
KANDY
The city lies in the midst of hills in the Kandy plateau, which crosses an area of tropical plantations, mainly tea. Kandy is both an administrative and religious city and is also the capital of the Central Province. Kandy is the home of the Temple of the Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa), one of the most sacred places of worship in the Buddhist world. It was declared a world heritage site by UNESCO in 1988. From here it is easy to visit the elephant orphanage.
GALLE
One of my favorite cities. Lovely small restaurants, trendy shops and many international travelers.
It’s known for Galle Fort, the fortified old city founded by Portuguese colonists in the 16th century. Stone sea walls, expanded by the Dutch, encircle car-free streets with architecture reflecting Portuguese, Dutch and British rule. Notable buildings include the 18th-century Dutch Reformed Church. Galle Lighthouse stands on the fort’s southeast tip.
NEGOMBO
Negombo is known for its long sandy beaches and centuries old fishing industry.
Jewelry designers will custom make special pieces for your in 2 or 3 days. Small charming fish restaurants. This is either your first or last stop before you leave for the airport.
DAMBULLA
Dambulla is the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. The rock towers 160 m over the surrounding plains. There are more than 80 documented caves in the surrounding area. Major attractions are spread over five caves, which contain statues and paintings. These paintings and statues are related to Gautama Buddha and his life. There are a total of 153 Buddha statues, three statues of Sri Lankan kings and four statues of gods and goddesses.
Anuradhapura
World Heritage Site, was the centre of Theravada Buddhism for many centuries. The city lies 205 km (127 mi) north of the current capital of Colombo in the North Central Province, on the banks of the historic Malvathu River. It is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world and one of the eight World Heritage Sites of Sri Lanka.