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Best Places in Sri Lanka to Travel

Sri Lanka is one of those places that sticks with you. You get a mix of ancient wonders, gorgeous landscapes, and lively cities, all packed onto one island. Whether you’re wandering through sacred temples, haggling in crowded markets, or just soaking up the mountain air, Sri Lanka delivers something unforgettable every time.

Top Best Place to Visit in Sri Lanka

Anuradhapura – The Ancient Sacred City

If you love history, Anuradhapura feels like stepping into another world. This old capital is covered in giant stupas, crumbling monasteries, and ruins that whisper stories from more than a thousand years ago. People come here—pilgrims and curious travelers alike—to feel the calm and take in the deep Buddhist roots that shape the city.

Sigiriya – The Lion Rock Fortress

You can’t talk about Sri Lanka without mentioning Sigiriya. This isn’t just a rock; it’s a massive fortress that shoots up nearly 200 meters from the ground.

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The Shwedagon Paya

This is one of Buddhism’s most sacred of sites. It sits in Yangon and can be seen from almost every angle of the city. It is a 2,500 year old, gold plated Pagoda, which enshrines several strands of the Buddha’s hair and many other Buddhist...
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Not to miss in Sri Lanka

Colombo Take a little time here and you’ll be rewarded with beautiful colonial buildings, vibrant markets and lengths of beautiful beachfront. When you wonder Colombo’s streets, you’ll find a city that collects all of the cultures, scents, colours and sounds of greater Sri Lanka and...
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Sri Lankan Cuisine

Sri Lankan cuisine takes its influences from its Indian neighbours, previous colonists such as the Dutch, English and Portuguese and from Malay and arab cuisines. Rice is a staple of the Sri Lankan diet as are spicy curries and other liberally spiced dishes. For a...
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Climb Sigiriya Rock

If you’re craving a challenge, Sigiriya Rock is it. The climb snakes through lush gardens, past ancient paintings, and right up to the iconic Lion Gate. Reaching the top feels like you’re on top of the world—endless green stretching out in every direction, and the...
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Cruise the Ayeyarwady River

The river flows south through Burma and the Andaman Sea, providing a beautifully picturesque conduit between between like Bagan, Mandalay and Bhamo. There are plenty of options to cruise the river - including express boats between Bagan and Madalay, which take around 10 hours, and...
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Best time to visit Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka’s small stature can be misleading when considering the country’s climate - which is affected by two separate monsoons. If you’re trying to avoid the rainfall in Sri Lanka - then take note. The main southwest monsoon season brings high rainfall to the west...
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Step Back in Time at Anuradhapura

Walk into Anuradhapura and the past pretty much smacks you in the face. Massive stupas, old monasteries, and weathered ruins are everywhere you look. As you wander the quiet temple grounds, you can feel the deep Buddhist history that runs through this place
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Two thousand temples at Bagan

The Bagan Archaeological zone occupies a 26 square mile area south of Mandalay, in central Burma. The area is one of astounding beauty - lined with palms and tamarind and adorned with exquisite temples - hundreds of them! Once here you’ll be entranced by Bagan’s...
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Why Visit Sri Lanka with Skanda Holidays?

Tour Itinerary

Best Time: Dec–Apr south & west coasts / May–Sep east coast

Tailor-Made: 8–16 day cultural, wildlife & beach tours

Hotels: Luxury tea plantation bungalows, beachfront resorts

Flexible: Scenic highland train journeys, private chauffeured transfers, domestic flights

Extensions: Maldives & Seychelles

Amazing Places

Top Places: Colombo, Kandy, Sigiriya, Ella, Yala National Park, Galle

Best Season: Year-round destination depending on region visited

Scenic Routes: Kandy to Ella scenic mountain railway & Southern Coastal Expressway

Highlights: Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Nine Arch Bridge, Yala leopard safaris

Extensions: Trincomalee, Mirissa & Bentota

Unique Activities

Best Activities: Yala & Udawalawe wildlife safaris, Ella mountain train rides, tea tasting in Nuwara Eliya, whale watching

Best Time: Dec–Apr for prime beach conditions and highland exploration

Stay Options: Restored colonial tea factory hotels, luxury eco-lodges, beachfront boutique resorts

Interests: UNESCO World Heritage, wildlife safaris, tea plantations, tropical beaches, Ayurveda wellness

Culture: Authentic Sri Lankan rice & curry tastings, Kandyan cultural dance performances, cinnamon plantation tours

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