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Colombo
Colombo, named by the Portuguese in 1505, originates from Sinhalese terms meaning "port" or "harbour." A key trade hub for 2,000 years, it became Sri Lanka's capital in 1815 under British rule. Today, it's the nation's commercial capital
Negombo
Negombo, 10km from Bandaranaike Airport, is a beach town with hotels, restaurants, and colonial history. Once a key cinnamon hub, it passed from Portuguese to Dutch to British rule. Its beachside hotel strip lies 2km north of the town center.
Sigiriya
Sigiriya, an ancient rock fortress in Sri Lanka's Matale District, features gardens, reservoirs, and frescoes. Built by King Kassapa I (AD 477–495), it’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a renowned tourist destination.
Anuradhapura
Anuradhapura, an ancient Sri Lankan capital, thrived from the 4th century BC to the 11th century AD. A Buddhist sacred site, its ruins span 40 km², surrounded by monasteries. It's also linked to Hindu legend as King Ravana's capital.
Kandy
Kandy, in central Sri Lanka, is a scenic city surrounded by hills and tea plantations. It serves as the capital of the Central Province and Kandy District, holding administrative and religious significance..
Polonnaruwa
The second most ancient of Sri Lanka’s kingdoms, Polonnaruwa was first declared the capital city by King Vijayabahu I, who defeated the Chola invaders in 1070 CE to reunite the country once more under a local leader.
Bentota & Beruwala
Bentota, located in Sri Lanka's Galle District, is famous for its golden beaches, luxury hotels, and Ayurveda. The town's name comes from a mythical tale. Nearby Beruwala marks the island's first Muslim settlement, with historical landmarks like the Msjid-ul-Abrar mosque and lighthouse
Ella
Ella, located 8 km from Bandarawela, offers stunning views and is a popular base for trekking. The Grand Ella Motel and Ambiente Hotel provide breathtaking scenery, with views of Ella Gap, Ravana Ella Falls, Little Adam’s Peak, and Bambaragala Peak, along with other scenic walking trails.
Galle
Galle, 119 km from Colombo, was known as Gimhathiththa before Portuguese colonization. It flourished under Dutch rule in the 18th century. The Gin River flows through the town, and the UNESCO-listed Galle Dutch Fort, originally built by the Portuguese and fortified by the Dutch, is a key landmark./p>
Yala National Park
Yala National Park in Sri Lanka covers 979 km², with 141 km² open to the public. Established in 1894, it features diverse habitats including parkland, jungle, beaches, lakes, rivers, and scrubland, supporting a wide range of wildlife.
Nuwara Eliya
Nuwara Eliya, meaning "city on the plain" or "city of light," is a town in Sri Lanka at an altitude of 1,868 m. Located in the central highlands, it is a key area for tea production and is overlooked by Pidurutalagala, the highest mountain in Sri Lanka
Dambulla
Dambulla features Sri Lanka's largest cave temple, the Rangiri Stadium built in 167 days, South Asia's largest rose quartz mountain, the Ironwood Forest, and the Ibbankatuwa burial site, showcasing ancient indigenous civilizations.
Arugambay
Arugam Bay, 320 km east of Colombo, is a popular surfing destination. Recovery has been slow, with private initiatives improving road access. Little official aid has been received, though there has been support for fishing communities and school rebuilding efforts..