Sri lanka holiday destinations. Where is the best place to relax in Sri Lanka? What must-see attractions in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka, also known as Ceylon, is an island southeast of the Indian subcontinent. You need to go here to take a break from city life, dissolve in peace and tranquility, make several sightseeing trips with a tour of the main attractions, and spend the rest of the time on the beach. And, of course, try the local tea "first hand", because it is thanks to tea that the former name of the island "Ceylon" is known all over the world.

How to get to Sri Lanka

You should not count on a cheap flight from Russia or the CIS countries to Sri Lanka, yet the remoteness of the island from our country plays a role and affects the cost of tickets.

Let's look at the site, which will find the most advantageous offers of air carriers, how much it will cost us to fly to Sri Lanka and back from Moscow in May 2016. At the time of this writing, there is still almost half a year left until May, but we all know that it is better to look for tickets in advance, otherwise you will have to pay more, or even the tickets will run out. By the way, we have already written a detailed article about searching for tickets "".

So, round-trip tickets cost an average of about 30 thousand rubles. The most profitable option is a flight with a company Etihad Airways for 29,748 rubles in both directions. You will have to make a change in any case - there are simply no direct flights from Russia to Sri Lanka, so 1 change is already included even in the most optimal route.

There are also few options for where to fly in Sri Lanka itself, or rather, only two - the capital of Colombo or Hambantota Airport. Here, when choosing, you should be guided by what place on the island you have chosen for your vacation, and which airport is closer to this very place.

Currency and visa of Sri Lanka

Currency

The official currency of Sri Lanka is the Sri Lankan Rupee LKR. At the exchange rate at the end of December 2015, one Russian ruble is equal to two rupees. In turn, one rupee is divided into 100 Sri Lankan cents. In circulation on the island are banknotes of 20, 50, 100, 500, 1000 and 2000 rupees. In coins, there are 1, 2, 5 and 10 rupees, as well as 25 and 50 cents.

Coming to Sri Lanka, having only rubles with you, is not the best idea, because even if you find an exchanger ready to change Russian rubles, the exchange rate in it will definitely not please you. The best option is to bring US dollars to Sri Lanka, which you can exchange for local currency anywhere.

If you still have money from other Asian countries from past trips, for example, Indian rupees or Thai baht, feel free to take them with you on a trip, it will not be difficult to change them.

Bank cards are accepted on the island, but you can often become victims of fraud, so it is better to leave the card as a last resort.

Visa

Residents of Russia need a visa to visit Sri Lanka. Fortunately, you can apply for it in advance online through the ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) website http://www.eta.gov.lk/slvisa/. On the site, you will have to fill out an application form and pay a fee of $30. The decision to grant or refuse a visa is made within 24 hours.
It is important that your passport must be valid for at least six months after the end date of the trip.

Climate of Sri Lanka

Everyone who has ever been to countries with a similar climate (for example, most Asian countries) knows what the rainy season is. There is also in Sri Lanka, and lasts from May to October. It is during the summer period that almost the entire annual rainfall falls on the island. But from November to April, holidays in Sri Lanka will in no case be overshadowed by the weather - with general dryness, the air temperature stays around 27-30 degrees Celsius, and the water temperature is usually not lower than 25 degrees.

Transport on the island

Public transport in Sri Lanka is represented by a quite standard set: trains, buses, taxis and tuk-tuks characteristic of Asia.

Buses are convenient for short trips within cities. This is not the most convenient and comfortable mode of transport on the island, as most buses are long overdue for "retirement". But there is a plus - you will pay nothing for the trip, about 1-3 rupees per kilometer. Commercial buses are slightly more expensive, but are more often air-conditioned. In general, it is easy to determine the level of bus comfort by the letter assigned to the route number - ordinary N, semi-comfortable S and comfortable A / C.

For longer trips between cities, you can use regular express buses, which are somewhat different in their level from the usual ones in better side. The stops of such buses are most often located at bus stations and near railway stations.

Trains also come in different comfort classes. You can look at the train schedule and their routes on the official website of the Sri Lankan railways www.railway.gov.lk. True, there is often a problem with the schedule - trains are constantly late, so take this into account when planning your route.

If you do not want to depend on public transport schedules, you can rent a car. How to do this, we wrote in the article "". I would like to add that in Sri Lanka there is left-hand traffic, which takes some time to get used to, as well as a completely different driving culture than ours: a lot of horns, little space, chaotic traffic, constant overtaking on the highways in corners and not only, but also regular violation of all possible rules. In principle, it is allowed to rent a car in Sri Lanka by persons over 21 years old, but we still recommend this type of transport to slightly more experienced drivers.

The main cities and attractions of Sri Lanka

- most Big city Sri Lanka and part-time capital. From here, most likely, your journey around the island will begin, since Colombo is the largest international airport in Sri Lanka. Even if you are going to relax in a resort, we still recommend that you set aside at least a day to explore the beauties of Colombo.

Temple Gangaramaya- the most popular place of worship among tourists in Colombo. The temple was built about one hundred and twenty years ago and immediately became not only a spiritual center, but also a training center for future monks. You can visit some of the premises of the school and a museum that tells about Buddhism and the famous "graduates" of the school and their achievements in the field of Buddhism. Entrance to the temple is free, it is open from 6 am to 6 pm every day. The temple is located at Sri Jinaratana Rd Slave Island, Colombo 2.

National museum- one of the main art centers on the island. It houses a collection of paintings by local artists, as well as the work of local artisans. Not better places to experience colorful Sinhala art than this museum. The museum is located on Sir Marcus Fernando Mw. and is open every day from 9 am to 6 pm, except for national holidays. Entrance costs 600 rupees for adults and 300 rupees for children.

A park " Viharamahadevi"- one of the many parks in the city. This one is considered the largest of them, and, of course, the most popular among tourists. The park was built by English colonists, due to which it could be called a "typically English park", if only for the famous Buddha statue. It is located in the prestigious Cinnamon Gardens area of ​​the city and is open to the public from 8 am to 6 pm.

Halle- a large port city in the southwestern part of Sri Lanka. His fort is recognized as a UNESCO monument, and the nature around is worthy of all praise. If your holiday in Sri Lanka takes place near Galle, it would be a crime not to come here. Now we will explain why with examples.

The Galle Lighthouse is a historical, though restored, landmark that is part of the Utrecht bastion in the Galle Fort, which, as already mentioned, is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The fort, like the lighthouse (more precisely, its predecessor) played a significant role in the life of the city and its port. You can look at the lighthouse for free at any time of the day or night. By the way, Galle Fort is the only surviving fort in Asia, built by colonists many centuries ago.

Temple Yatagala Rajah macha Viharaya- one of the oldest Buddhist temples of the island, whose history goes back more than two thousand years. Another feature is its location, because the temple is located in the rock. Caves and artificially created rooms were painted by masters millennia ago, and today all this is available to visitors, because the temple has been perfectly preserved. Entrance inside is free, it does not have specific opening hours - you just need to have time to visit it during daylight hours. The temple is located about five kilometers from Galle, in the village of Unawatuna, where you can easily get there by bus, tuk-tuk, rented transport or taxi.

reserves Halle- attract tourists with a variety of landscapes, alluring mountains, clean shores and, of course, such an unusual flora and fauna for us. The most iconic reserves are: Sinharaja, rich in rare species of plants and animals; Mount Rumassala, the ascent to which will not be easy, but will more than pay off with the impressions from the views from the peaks; Kottawa, famous for its arboretum. The nature reserves of Sri Lanka are interesting in that a huge number of plants and animals can be found only on this island and nowhere else.

The cultural capital of Sri Lanka, famous for its rich history and a huge number of spiritual centers. The city is located in the center of the island, which makes it unsuitable for a beach holiday, but an excellent choice for a cultural holiday. And given the fact that transport between Gandhi and the major resorts of Sri Lanka is well established, you can easily combine these two types of recreation.

Temple tooth buddha- The temple, located in the former residence of the kings, is famous for its relic - the tooth of the Buddha, one of the four survivors of the cremation of the Buddha. There is always a huge queue to the shrine, but besides it, the temple has something to look at - frescoes, statues and even a library. The entrance to the temple costs 1000 rupees, it is open from 5:30 am to 8 pm. It is located on Sri Dalada Veediya Street.

Museum tea- As you know, Ceylon has long been considered the world capital of tea. So it would be strange not to visit the museum, which will tell about the history of growing tea bushes and harvesting, as well as the production process of the tea drink itself. The museum is located on Hantane Street, in the building of an old tea factory. Entrance - 500 rupees, from 8:15 to 16:45 any day except Monday.

Palace complex- the residence of kings until the beginning of the XIX century. On the territory of the palace today are not only the living quarters of the royal family, but also the Temple of the Tooth Relic, as well as the National Museum of Kandy, which houses a huge collection of art from all over Sri Lanka. There is also an artificial lake and a beautiful royal park for walking. You can visit the territory of the Palace complex for free (except for the temple and the museum, there is a separate fee) during the daytime.

Natural attractions - the incomparable nature of Sri Lanka can surprise even tourists who come to the island not for the first time. Mountains, waterfalls, lakes, lagoons and rainforests- Well, what else can you say? Here is a small list of places where you can drive on your own or book an excursion directly from your resort or from the city of Kandy: Udawattakelle Nature Reserve, national park Horton Plains, Hunas Falls, Pusevalle Falls, Mount Sigiriya and more.

Nuwara Elia- a small resort town famous for its tea production, nearby waterfalls and golf courses. Many excursions to neighboring reserves are sold in local travel agencies and on the streets, and the city itself resembles Europe in places, since many of its buildings were created by the colonists.

Botanical garden Hakgala This botanical garden is one of a kind. All because of its location, because Hakgala is considered high-altitude botanical garden which is what makes it unique. More than 6,000 plants grow here, many of which are unique to Sri Lanka. You can visit it all year round, it is located 10 kilometers from Nuwara Eliya along the A5 highway.

National a park Yala- the most famous and very first national park on the island. From Nuwara Eliya and closer cities (for example, Hambantota or Tangala), excursions are regularly carried to this amazing corner of Sri Lanka. Here, in the middle of wild nature, the ruins of ancient cities and monasteries are located, which are now occupied by wild animals. The best way see the park - safari (from 6 am to 6 pm), which costs 5-6 thousand rupees.

waterfalls- a separate attraction of the city of Nuwara Eliya. There are so many of them here that you definitely want to see them all, because each of them is unique in its own way. There are also very high ones, such as Bambarakanda Ella, more than 240 meters high, there are also romantic ones dedicated to lovers, like the Brides Falls, and there are completely unusual ones, for example, local beer is brewed from the water of the Laksapana Falls waterfall.

teahouses plantations the heart of Nuwara Eliya. It is here that the main tea production on the island is concentrated. You can buy an excursion to one of the tea plantations offered by local guides, or you can just enjoy delicious fresh tea and do not forget to buy a few packs as souvenirs for friends and family, because you will not find such quality tea as here in a store near your house. .

Beaches and resorts of Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is most often associated in our minds with resort vacation, which is easy to understand, because there are simply an incredible number of beaches suitable for relaxing and swimming on the island!

Bentota- the most popular beach on the island, famous for its cleanliness and comfort, and proudly included in the list of the ten best beaches in Asia. In addition to a beach holiday, you can also do water sports here: windsurfing or diving.

Arugam Bay- a resort on the southeast coast was chosen by the servers of the whole world. The waves here are simply amazing, but a passive beach holiday is not very good - due to the special local microclimate, the beaches are especially hot and exhaustingly thirsty every second.

Batticaloa- one of the hottest cities on the entire island, located on its east coast. There are a lot of sandy beaches in the city of the same name, because it is located on a wide sandy spit and is surrounded by lagoons and all kinds of water bodies. Great place to combine city sightseeing with beach holiday.

Beruwala- a resort that is preferred by more prosperous tourists. The weather and water temperature are excellent almost all year round. It is here that the 130-kilometer-long beach begins, so you don’t have to worry about not having enough space (as well as on any beach in Sri Lanka)!

Wadduwa- a resort town near the capital Colombo. A very popular place among tourists due to easy accessibility from the airport, and of course, because of the golden beaches and beautiful scenery.

Marissa- a well-deserved place in the list of the best beaches in Sri Lanka is this beach. The tourist infrastructure is not very developed here, and there are not many hotels and restaurants. But this is what makes the beach attractive to many travelers - privacy, originality, magnificent scenery and tranquility. Marissa is great for traveling with children, as there are several budget guesthouses here, and a smooth drop in depth allows children to swim near the shore.

Negombo- a resort town on the west coast of Sri Lanka. "Golden Mile" - this is the name of the local beaches of the city. The tourist infrastructure is excellently developed, and the city itself and its environs are also very interesting in terms of sightseeing holidays.

Tangalle- a resort town in the south of Sri Lanka, which is famous for its very mild climate. Sandy beaches stretch for several miles, the choice of hotels and apartments is very large, and you can have a bite to eat in one of the many tourist cafes. The width of the beaches is not very large - literally a couple of tens of meters, and you are already surrounded by palm trees, but this only adds originality to Tangalle. This resort is also great for surfing.

Unavantuna- a resort in the south of the island, which is most often chosen by travelers with children. The weather here is always pleasant, and the climate is mild, but more importantly, because of the reefs that separate the Unavantuna lagoon from the ocean, the waves here are not dangerous, and the storm is not a threat.

Uppuveli and Nilaveli- resorts in the northeast of Sri Lanka, which are becoming more and more popular among tourists. The reason for this is the ideal conditions for all water sports (especially diving). And also whales and dolphins, which you can accidentally see from afar or specially on a thematic excursion.

Hiksaduwa- another mecca for diving enthusiasts, and all because of the incredible beauty of the coral reef that stretches along the coastline. It is also a great place for an off-season holiday as the climate is temperate even during the summer months and there are beaches suitable for swimming and relaxing.

Overview of the best resorts and beaches in Sri Lanka: map, description, season, pros and cons. Find out where the best beach holiday on the island is!

There are many wonderful resorts in Sri Lanka with good beaches and well-developed infrastructure. In this review, you will learn about the most popular resorts and beaches in Sri Lanka. We will talk about a beach holiday in Sri Lanka: what each resort is good for, how to spend time on vacation and when is the best time to go on vacation.

Map of resorts and beaches of Sri Lanka

List of the best resorts in Sri Lanka

Negombo is closer than other resorts to Colombo Airport - the distance to it is about 30 km. This is very convenient for tourists who have undergone a long flight. The place is more famous for its fishing conditions than for its beach holidays: coastal waters abound in a large number of fish, their migration period falls on the high tourist season. The Big Seafood Market is one of Negombo's most famous attractions. Negombo has reefs, which makes the place popular among divers.

Beach holidays in Negombo are mediocre: the water is muddy, some parts of the coast are occupied by fishermen, where they lay out gear and dry the fish. There are few umbrellas and sunbeds, as well as water activities, the only exceptions are expensive hotels.

Nevertheless, Negombo is considered one of the best resorts in Sri Lanka due to the comfortable swimming beaches that stretch along Lewis Place. In addition, here optimal choice housing and many photogenic fishermen and beautiful scenery.

Negombo can be visited all year round, but it is very damp in May and October - November.

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Hikkaduwa is located 100 km from Colombo and is the leader in attendance. Divers, surfers, snorkelers, youth and family people come here. Water activities and modest night life made Hikkaduwa the busiest and best resort in Sri Lanka.

Here are the longest beaches in Sri Lanka and many hotels of different categories. The beaches are ideal for surfing - almost always a strong wave. Early in the morning, huge turtles appear near the shore, which are so accustomed to people that they take treats right from their hands.

In the center of Hikkaduwa there is a coral park where you can ride a boat with a transparent bottom or go snorkeling, order boat trip. There are several Buddhist temples in Hikkaduwa, the most famous and popular among them is located on a small island. Entrance to the temples is free, not counting the fare. Excursions to the mines are popular with vacationers, where precious stones are mined that you can buy.

The best time to visit Hikkaduwa is from November to April.

Wadduwa is located 35 km from Colombo. In this Sri Lankan resort you will find golden sandy beaches, coconut palms, diving centers, sailboats, surfing and other entertainment. During the dives, you can see the remains of sunken ships. Tennis courts and golf courses are specially equipped for vacationers. All hotels are comfortable.

Fans of excursions will not be bored - they will be able to visit neighboring Kalutara with the Buddhist temple of Gangatilaka Vihara and the fishermen's town of Hambantota, take a boat trip along the canals and capture local beauties.

The best time for an active and beach holiday in this resort is from October to March.

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The village of Bentota is located south of Colombo - 65 km (2 hours drive), between the mouth of the river of the same name and the ocean. It is considered the elite and best resort of Sri Lanka, a favorite beach holiday destination for romantics and those who seek solitude.

Here, the largest number of comfortable hotels, sparsely populated clean beaches and lush nature of the jungle, the famous mangrove forests grow in this area. The resort offers a lot of entertainment for its guests - sea and river fishing, an exciting safari on the river with crocodiles, excursions to a turtle farm, yacht trips and much more. For lovers of diving there is a center.

The best time for a beach holiday in Bentota is from October to April.

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The small resort village of Unawatuna is located 120 km from Colombo. Once it was a fishing village, now the rapidly developing resort is only slightly inferior in popularity to Hikkaduwa and Bentota.

This place is especially loved by tourists who have a rest on their own - the resort has many guesthouses at an affordable price. The main advantage of Unawatuna is the calm water in the ocean. The central beach is located in a bay, and coral reefs protect from strong waves, so they are happy to relax here with children.

The entire tourism infrastructure has been created. Vacationers can go diving or snorkeling, excursion lovers can visit the neighboring resort - Galle. But this place is not for solitude: the beaches of Unawatuna can be quite crowded.

The best time to visit is from December to April. Too rainy in May and October-November.

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Due to their remoteness from the airport, the resorts of the northeast coast of Sri Lanka are less popular than those of the southwest. Nevertheless, Trincomalee is considered one of the best resorts in Sri Lanka and the most beautiful place on the island: there is a deep-water bay, discovered at one time by Admiral Nelson. Trincomalee itself is unique in terms of architecture - there are Muslim buildings, Buddhist and Hindu temples. You can get there by night train from Colombo (9 hours on the way) or by bus (7 hours).

According to some vacationers, the beaches of Trincomalee are the best in all of Sri Lanka. The rest is calm, there is little entertainment here, the infrastructure is still under development, most hotels are inexpensive, bars and restaurants of the same level.

The natural beauty of this place is surprising - tall palm trees and lemurs walking free. Not far from the coast - a coral island, which was chosen by divers and snorkelers, a few kilometers away are hot springs.

It is best to plan a trip from March to August, as it is too rainy in November-December.

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List of the best beaches in Sri Lanka

All the beaches of the island are sandy, many of them are surrounded by coconut palms and other tropical plants. Most best beaches Sri Lankas are located on the southwest coast and are not too far from each other.

Bentota Beach

The most famous beach on the island, and according to numerous reviews of enthusiastic tourists, it is also one of the best for a beach holiday. It is here that newlyweds prefer to spend their honeymoon. A wide coastal strip, palm trees, complete privacy - these are the main advantages of this place.

Great place and almost complete lack of infrastructure. Since the beach is quite far from Colombo (5 hours by bus), it is visited by single tourists or those who have taken an independent trip around the island.

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Unawatuna Beach is located in the village of the same name. The coastal strip is not as wide as in Bentota, but the calm waters off the coast make it extremely attractive. The sand is very fine and clean, part of the territory is occupied by cafes and hotels, the rest is available for swimming and water activities. There is shallow water for swimming with kids.

Hikkaduwa Beach

The longest beach line in Sri Lanka. Orange sand and turquoise water, along the line - numerous cafes and guesthouses. Strong waves have made this place a favorite place for surfers, but there are relatively calm areas - near the Chaaya Tranz hotel. There are no sun loungers, there is enough shade from palm trees, many people come there to swim with their children. Thanks to all this, Hikkaduwa Beach is ranked among the best places for a beach holiday in Sri Lanka.

The Tangalle beach complex has long and stubbornly been included in the lists of the best beaches in Sri Lanka. This is the perfect place for a solitary holiday: you can walk a mile and not meet a single person. Any accommodation can be found. You can get to the place by bus from Colombo (6 hours).

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It is difficult to predict where and who will like it more. Sri Lanka is still an amazing island, where every place deserves special attention and admiration, so it’s quite difficult to make a list of the best resorts and beaches in Sri Lanka that claims to be objective. However, we hope that our review will help you decide on the choice of a place to stay and you will have a great time.

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Beaches and ancient artifacts, emerald tea plantations, elephants and just a great place to relax... Sri Lanka is waiting for you!
Sri Lanka is considered the pearl of the Indian Ocean, and with good reason. Given the small size of the country (Sri Lanka is slightly larger than Lithuania and smaller than Georgia), the variety of recreational opportunities is amazing: golden beaches, endless tea plantations, richest world wildlife and ancient temples. The so-called "cultural triangle" combines ancient capitals and Buddhist sites, hidden in the thickets. rainforest, and the business center located on the shore of the lake - the city of Kandy - attracts pilgrims to the Temple of the Tooth.
Huge man-made lakes have irrigated the area for thousands of years and continue to provide water for rice fields, as well as elephants and other wildlife. Tea is grown in the mountainous area in the center of the country, and on the south coast is the fortified fortress of Galle, where the walls erected by the Portuguese served as protection for the Dutch churches. The country has excellent opportunities for eco-tourism: Sri Lanka was one of the first countries in the world where national parks were created, and more and more travelers come to the island to watch whales, see wild elephants, and see for themselves the record number leopards living here. We have selected the best cities and places for those who want to go on an independent trip to Sri Lanka and not miss the most interesting.

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CULTURAL TRIANGLE
In this territory, which is the historical center of Sri Lanka, there are at least four monuments included in the UNESCO cultural heritage list.
CANDI
The second largest city in Sri Lanka, where the sacred Temple of the Tooth is located.
TEA LAND
On hilly tea plantations, Tamil women in colorful saris grow tea.
YALA
The national park is home to the sloth bear and Asia's largest population of elusive leopards.
UDA-VALAWE
In the national park, travelers are given a unique opportunity to get to know the wild Asian elephant better.
HALLE
A pearl of the colonial era and one of the best examples of a fortified city built by Europeans in South and Southeast Asia.
GOLDEN BEACHES
Palm-lined beaches and azure waters for an unforgettable experience
TRAVELING BY TRAIN
A comfortable way to admire the chic views of the tea country.
PERAJERA
One of the brightest festivals in Sri Lanka, which features colorfully decorated elephants and Kandyan drummers.

How to get to Sri Lanka

The most popular and very convenient way to get to Sri Lanka is by plane. Airlines fly to Colombo from Moscow Emirates, Etihad and even AirBerlin. Depending on the chosen flight, the travel time will be from 11 hours, including 1 transfer, for example, in Dubai or Doha.

Best time to visit Sri Lanka

Fortunately for most travelers (and for the economy of Sri Lanka, for which tourism is the main source of income) throughout the year there are no extreme temperature changes in the country, the climate is mild and average temperature rarely rises above 35 degrees and drops below 16 Celsius (in the Central Highlands during the coldest time of the year).
The ideal time to travel to Sri Lanka is from December to March if you are going to relax on the south and west coasts or in the mountains. In the event that you are going to spend a vacation on the east coast, then it is best to plan a trip between May and September.

Visa to Sri Lanka

Russian citizens need a visa to visit Sri Lanka. The easiest way is to get e-visas on the ETA website.
A mandatory requirement for crossing the border is the presence of a passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of the end of the trip. They may also require you to show your hotel reservations and round-trip air tickets.
You can also obtain a visa upon arrival at the Visa on arrival counter. The process is long and tedious. Therefore, it is much more reliable to take care of obtaining a visa in advance.

Ways to get around Sri Lanka

Traveling in Sri Lanka is possible only by land transport. The most accessible: trains and buses. Of course, the quality of transportation cannot be compared with European, but it is still possible to achieve the desired goal.
Another option is to rent a car and drive around the island on your own.
In cities, you can always use the services of a taxi, rickshaw, or, if you don’t want to deal with the peculiarities of public transport on the first day of arrival, you can book a transfer service from the airport to the hotel in advance from Russia.

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Colombo

In Colombo, the travel route in Sri Lanka for any trip begins and ends, if only because the only airport in the country is located here. This is a small capital that most visitors to the island simply lose sight of, immediately heading either to the beaches or inland. The main sights of the city are the majestic buildings of the colonial era, the parliament, parks and wide streets. Overlooking Pacific Ocean Galle Face Green- this is amazing place recreation, which is very popular with local residents. Area Downtown replete with shops selling things made by local craftsmen, textiles and jewelry; there are also many restaurants serving both local and international cuisine.

WHERE TO LIVE. THE BEST HOTELS IN COLOMBO
overlooking the promenade Galle Face Green overlooking the Indian Ocean hotel The Galle Face has been hosting guests since 1864. In architectural terms, the hotel consists of two wings Classic and Regency, which has 81 rooms. The wing of the Regency Hotel is 19th century architecture; it combines the best of the past and the present. In addition, this wing houses a museum where you can see the personal car of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, and an art gallery. All of the hotel's rooms are furnished in a colonial style with fine wood furniture, fine linens and spacious bathrooms. Until the end of 2014, the hotel is undergoing restoration work, which mainly affects the Classic Wing. At the same time, the wing of the Regency Hotel is open to guests and has its own restaurant, swimming pool and spa-salon.
A younger but no less charming boutique hotel Wallawa nestled in landscaped gardens, just a 15-minute drive from Bandaranaike International Airport. The hotel building still retains the charm of the classical buildings in Sri Lanka. It has a modern spa-salon, a fusion restaurant and a cozy swimming pool in the garden - in short, this is a wonderful place to relax, where you can spend your first or last day on the island.
Surrounded by a luxurious garden hid Horathapola Estate- a small estate built in the 20s of the XX century, which has retained its charm. The bungalow in which travelers are invited to spend their holidays is truly wonderful: huge windows, antique furniture and many old photos. The gardens are luxurious and the beautiful salt water pool, surrounded by a huge coconut plantation, is beyond praise. The hotel's rooms are spacious and each has a balcony or terrace where you can dine and relax.

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Halle

fortified territory southern city Sri Lanka's Galle is a treasure trove of the colonial era and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city owes its existence to the development of trade and to several successive generations of seafaring merchants. Over the past 500 years, the Portuguese, Dutch and British have lived here, and they all left a noticeable mark on this area. Enormous ramparts and bastions surround the old fort city, which itself is quite small and can be easily explored on foot. The sleepy streets are dotted with colonial-era buildings, including churches, warehouses, a lighthouse and the former governor's house. There are many restaurants and boutiques here, and the annual Galle Literary Festival is held here, which attracts famous authors from all over the continent.

WHERE TO LIVE. THE BEST HOTELS IN GALLE In the 18th century within the walls Fort Printers there was a small printing house, and today it is a small boutique hotel located in the heart of Galle Fort. The hotel has only five rooms, the atmosphere here is very cozy. Each room is decorated with colorful textiles and antique furniture. In the shady courtyard, guests of the hotel can enjoy delicious food, and there is also a small pool for those who want to cool off after their tour of the fort.
Sri Lanka's oldest hotel has carefully preserved many of its original features and colonial-era feel. In the evenings, the pianist plays the piano on the terrace. If you like more relaxing holiday- go to the library, which contains a collection of photos of the former owners of the hotel, which until 2005 (until the hotel was acquired by the hotel group of Aman Resorts) was called New Oriental. Behind the hotel, away from the bustle of the fort, is the swimming pool and gardens.

Kandy

The second largest city in Sri Lanka is located in the center of the country, and getting here from the city of Colombo, the "Cultural Triangle" and the "Tea Country" is quite easy. This wonderful city is located on the shores of the lake and is best known for the sacred "Temple of the Tooth". The temple keeps a relic - the tooth of the Buddha, and at night many pilgrims come here to perform the rite of "puja". It's also worth taking your time to attend the colorful acrobatic show in the Kandan area, which involves watching a noisy carnival with colorful costumes and demon masks. Every summer, Kandana hosts one of the most colorful festivals in Sri Lanka, the ten-day Perahera. This holiday is dedicated to the lunar calendar, it is attended by dozens of elephants in colorful decoration, many dancers and musicians perform on the streets.

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200 year old bungalow Richmond Kandy House located in the countryside near Kandy, over time it has become a wonderful boutique hotel. The hotel has nine rooms, the design of the guest rooms of each of which is individual. In the gardens, surrounded by trees, there is a swimming pool, so this is a great opportunity for an alternative vacation for those who want to take a break from the bustle of the city.

Nuwara Eliya

Sri Lanka is largely known for the fact that tea is grown here and tea plantations can be found everywhere. Since tea plantations are located high in the mountains, here you can have a great rest from the scorching heat. In the dense tea plantations here and there you can see the bright saris of women busy collecting tea; this is a great opportunity to get to know the area while walking. As an alternative to the plantations of the "Tea Country" - Nuwara Eliya, you can take a trip by train. From Kandy, the train leaves early in the morning, and slowly moves through the hills. The carriages are quite comfortable, they have large windows and good review, so you can enjoy the enchanting views of countless tea plantations passing by.
But the impressions of the visit will be incomplete if you do not visit at least one of the many tea factories and do not stay in any wonderful house owned by the owner of the tea plantation.

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Jetwing Warwick Gardens is one of those factories. It is originally a former tea planter's home built in the 1880s. Despite the fact that the building is located in a secluded area, from here you can easily get to the nearby highland resort of Nuwara Eliya and Horton Plains National Park. in five rooms Jetwing Warwick Gardens many original features and devices have been preserved, including, for example, fireplaces in working order. The small, elegant lodge has a grand piano and candelabra, which are used during meals in the common dining room.

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Land of kings

Once known as the "Land of the Kings," the "Cultural Triangle" is a rather unusual region with no less than four listed monuments. world heritage UNESCO. On the territory north of the city of Kandy are the ancient capitals of Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa, the cave temples of Dambulla and the mighty fortress on the rock of Sigiriya. For any visitor to the country who is interested in the history of Buddhism, it would be nice to stay in any of these three places for at least three days and get acquainted with the area. There are many good hotels, all of them have swimming pools where you can enjoy the coolness after a day's excursion. Against the backdrop of other cultural treasures of the country and wild elephants that live here in abundance, this territory is usually overlooked by most tourists.

ANURADHAPURA
The city of Anuradhapura - the first capital of Buddhism in Sri Lanka - is not just an ancient relic for tourists; it remains a sacred city to this day, centered around the sacred Bodhi tree, which is believed to have grown from an offshoot of the same Bodhi tree under which the Buddha attained enlightenment. White-robed pilgrims mingle with a crowd of brightly-robed Buddhist monks, while restless, thin-bodied monkeys play in the ruins. Attractions are scattered over an area of ​​several square kilometers, which includes huge dagobas (Buddhist mausoleums) in the shape of a bell, which store Buddhist relics.

MIKHINTALE
Nearby Mihintale is believed to be the origin of Buddhism in Sri Lanka. This place is still extremely significant for Buddhists in spiritual terms. Most of it is located on the top of the mountain, so getting there is difficult, but it's worth it.

SIGIRIYA
One of Sri Lanka's most famous landmarks, known as the "Lion Rock", Sigiriya Rock sits 200 meters above the plain - the perfect location for a fortress. However, when the invader - King Kasyapa built a fortress here in the 5th century, he created not just a fortress, but also a beautiful palace on top of a mountain, with luxurious gardens below. If you climb to the top of the mountain, you can see one thing that has hardly been touched by the past centuries: majestic views of miles of jungle and wooded hills. Until now, only the ruins of the palace have survived, but some features, such as massive lion paws and frescoes depicting handsome men, still allow visitors to imagine at least part of the former luxury of these places.

POLONNARUWA
The second largest Buddhist capital after Anuradhapura, the city of Polonnaruwa is more accessible and better preserved than its predecessors. Numerous attractions are grouped into clusters, which allows visitors to the city to easily imagine life in ancient city. Palaces, royal buildings and Buddhist tombs are masterpieces of art, the most famous of which are the beautiful images of the reclining and meditating Buddha in the Buddhist temple of Gal Vihara Therwada, carved into the rock. The details of these rock carvings are so well preserved that it's hard to believe that they are about 1000 years old.

CAVE TEMPLE OF DAMBULLA

For followers of Buddhism, these temples are of great importance. It is believed that the earliest of them originated in the 1st century BC. Each of the subsequent emperors added some element to them over time, as a result of which a complex of five separate temples arose today. The cave temples contain numerous statues and images of the Buddha, including the classical reclining Buddha in the largest cave. Being historical monument, these temples are also a place of visit for numerous pilgrims. Travelers are guaranteed unforgettable experience, if you mingle with the crowd of pilgrims bringing symbolic offerings to the statues of the Buddha, and the air is filled with the aromas of incense.

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When visiting Sigriya, it is worth stopping in the town of Habarana, where the hotel is located Jetwing Vil Uyana, which offers travelers luxury and comfort, and all the attractions of the "cultural triangle" are within reach. This is the first hotel in Sri Lanka, consisting of 25 stilt houses in the middle of nine hectares of rice fields. The main focus in Jetwing Vil Uyana focus on open spaces and nature. The chalets, located on the territory of rice fields, are raised on stilts; they have several levels, and some even have small pools. All rooms are very comfortable, they have cozy bathrooms, and you can dine and sunbathe on the balconies. The hotel gives the feeling that you are not in Sri Lanka, but somewhere in Thailand or Bali.

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Another great hotel in Sigiriya - Cinnamon Lodge, located in the territory of luxurious gardens of four hectares. The forest and lake near the hotel are home to many rare representatives of flora and fauna. 137 rooms Cinnamon Lodge - two-story chalets - built in the traditional architectural style for these areas - with columns and verandas, cool terracotta floors and clay roofs. The hotel has many opportunities for recreation and entertainment: boat trips, playing tennis and badminton, bird watching, as well as live music concerts, which sometimes take place here in the evenings; this is a good place to start your acquaintance with the "cultural triangle".

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Traveling to the cave temples of Dambulla, it is best to choose a large hotel complex for overnight stays Amaya Lake near Kandalam lake, surrounded by hills. Travelers are offered 106 individual chalets equipped with air conditioning, a restaurant and a bar; there is also an impressive swimming pool. In two Ayurvedic centers, you can get a variety of therapies and recommendations from nutritionists in order to further convey your wishes to the hotel's chef, who will offer delicious vegetarian dishes from organic products prepared in accordance with the canons of Ayurveda.

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The best beaches in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka has long and not without reason been considered one of the best countries for a beach holiday. Getting to the golden beaches of the island is quite easy, and the accommodation here is diverse - from small bungalows to luxurious five-star hotels. The easiest way to get to the beaches of the southern and western coasts; they are suitable for relaxation during a cultural tour of the island, for example, a great combination of beaches and a visit to the colonial city of Galle. The beaches of Sri Lanka are a wonderful place to relax, whether at the beginning or at the end of a trip around the country; you can even spend your entire vacation on the coast, you choose.

As for the beaches in Trincomalee on the east coast, due to civil war access to this region was simply impossible for a long time. The development of tourism in this region of Sri Lanka began only in 2010, when the cities and beaches on the east coast of Sri Lanka were finally opened for travelers to visit safely. Trincomalee is one of the main cultural centers of the Tamil community; located here ancient temple Koneswaram, built on a rock with a breathtaking view of the harbor. Tourism in this part of Sri Lanka is still in its infancy, but the main argument is to choose East Coast for a holiday in Sri Lanka is that the best beaches of the island are located there, and great weather is provided to you, at a time when the southern beaches of Sri Lanka are influenced by the southwest monsoons.
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If you decide to spend your holidays on the south coast, then choose a hotel located near Galle Jetwing Lighthouse, built by one of the talented and influential architects of Ceylon - Jeffrey Bawa. The hotel is located on top of a mountain with beautiful views of the Indian Ocean, and green terraces lead down to sandy beach. 63 bedrooms are very comfortable and spacious, all rooms have balconies overlooking the ocean, and you can listen to the splash of waves breaking on the shore without leaving your cozy haven all day long. The hotel's additional services include a choice of dining options, two large swimming pools with sun decks, a fitness center and a spa where guests are offered different kinds rest and treatment.

In the beach area, north of Galle, is a charming boutique hotel Aditya named after the sun god. This is a wonderful place where you can relax and enjoy a luxurious holiday. And thanks to the fact that the hotel has only 12 rooms, privacy and peace are guaranteed here. The interior of the hotel is designed in Asian style, and each room claims to be individual. While relaxing in this hotel, you can spend the whole day by the pool or on the beach, or have a little fun with benefit. For example, join the hotel's chef and learn the secrets of the local cuisine, or ask the hotel staff to arrange a tour of the turtles for you.

South of Galle is the small fishing village of Weligama, which opened a beach resort in 2008. Weligama Bay Resort. The resort's room stock consists of suites and standard rooms in the main building, bungalows in a cozy garden; even closer to the beach and pool are six villas. The hotel has created a very cozy atmosphere for a luxurious holiday. affordable prices. This place is ideal for those who would like to relax for a while on the beach. In addition, one of the best whale watching spots in the country is located close to the hotel.

50 kilometers from Weligama is the southernmost point of Sri Lanka - Tangalle with a kind of "icon" - a model of modern luxury holiday — beach resort Amanwella. According to the owners of the hotel, only here travelers are guaranteed a unique experience of a beach holiday, which cannot be experienced at any other resort. And this is the truth of pure water: excellent service, perfect design, which only complements the beauty of nature and does not draw all attention to itself, clean beach in the shape of a sickle, stretching for several hundred meters on either side of the hotel, a huge infinity pool and a spacious terrace from where you can watch stunning sunsets.
If you are interested in a beach holiday in Trincomalee, then in 2010 a boutique hotel was opened in this region Chaaya Blu. Do you want to take on an image? modern Robinson Crusoe, book a hotel room Jungle Beach Resort. And when traveling with a large company in Trincomalee, the best place for a free life is a cottage Top Travel Agent. This does not oblige you to anything, various travel agents will send you answers and you will get an objective picture of prices. It also makes sense to contact Top Travel Agent for those who do not have time to organize their trip.

Those who have begun to choose where it is better and more complete to relax in exotic Sri Lanka will not be bored, the island is full of interesting places and natural resources for all time. The Temple of the Relic Tooth Relic, first-class surfing diving, the most beautiful beaches - the resorts will make it possible to realize any desires, whether they are related to the relaxation of the body or the soul.

The sunny Sri Lankan coasts are covered by excellent infrastructure that works for all tourists. The level of complexes is maintained at different levels, so it will be wise to choose a suitable place in advance according to its characteristics. After all, people have different needs, and best resort Sri Lanka, according to one agency, a tourist, a neighbor, may not be what you want, according to another.

There are places where it is better to relax in Sri Lanka as savages, and there are places where all conditions of service and comfort are provided. The first option is suitable only if you have good experience or support at hand, the second - for everyone else who just wants a quiet, ready-made vacation. This is exactly what the best places in Ceylon offer:

1. Negombo is a fish resort with colorful reefs and fishermen.
2. Wadduwa is a place where you can find sunken ships.
3. Bentota - picturesque secluded sandbars and star hotels for romantics.
4. Hikkaduwa is a world of many hotels and rich water activities.
5. Unawatuna is a bay for calm swimming and independent travel.
6. Trincomalee - palm trees, lemurs, ancient buildings and temples.

But similar brief characteristics the advantages with the features of these resorts are not limited. All resort towns differ in important nuances.

Fishing and reefs

The best places for equatorial fishing, according to the inexorable majority of tourist reviews, including 2019, lie on the lands of Negombo. Here, rich, numerous reefs, ideal for diving, water areas are filled with large communities of fish. Relaxed swimming is problematic, because of the reefs and many fishermen, the ocean waters off the coast are opaque, but there are comfortable lagoons run by local expensive hotels.

The pros and cons of Negombo verified by tourists:

• the resort is only 30 km from Colombo, namely from the transfer airport;
• the tourist town is surrounded by the country's largest fresh seafood market;
• a large selection of housing for different tastes and wallets;
• an abundance of bright landscapes, colorful local fishermen, an abundance of subjects for non-trivial photos;
• few sunbeds and umbrellas on the beach strips.

The climate allows you to come to Negombo for any season, but October, November, May are characterized by high dampness.

Active sports, beach, water world, excursions

5 km further from Negombo, 35 km from Colombo airport, Wadduwa base is located - a luxurious beach holiday in Sri Lanka is available here. The coasts are strewn with golden, fine sand, coconut palms grow along the shores, many comfortable hotels. Water activities are well developed on Wadduwa: sailing, surfing, diving, underwater excursions to the cemeteries of sunken ships. In parallel, the most convenient grounds for playing tennis and golf are equipped.

There are ways to entertain yourself spiritually as well. Excursions are provided:

• to the neighboring urban area of ​​Kalutara to the Buddhist temple of Gangatilaka Vihara, built in the Art Nouveau style;
• to the city of Hambantotu, where large fishing communities live;
• inside local channels that can only be crossed by boats;
• to secret, scenic tropical locations.

Vacations in Wadduwa actively begin in the fall, from October, and the season declines by April.

Solitude and paradise for honeymooners

After driving 2 hours or 65 km south of the central regions of Colombo, it is easy to find yourself on the super beaches of the village of Bentota. The resort is recognized as an elite holiday destination, there is the largest number of luxury hotels. The beaches are crystal clear and not crowded, around the evergreen forests of mangroves, wildlife jungle.

Bentota is the coast where it is better to relax in Sri Lanka for lovers of quiet fishing, romantic rendezvous on yachts, underwater life, and solitude. Guests are offered exotic safari to watch crocodiles on the river, close encounters with turtles at the turtle farm.

The time of the most good weather is in autumn from October, in winter, the beginning of spring is March. Bentota is the best favorite place pastime of the newlyweds.

Variety, style and class

If you want to relax in a civilized way, surrounded by people and peers, then you need to choose only Hikkaduwa. This is a resort space 100 kilometers from the center, the most favorite among young people and family travelers. Most of the tourists consider Hikkaduwa a resort where it is best to relax in Sri Lanka.

The beauty that gives the city such a high status:

• a wide variety of water activities - diving, surfing, snorkeling, kite surfing;
• decent nightlife without the din of clubs and pubs;
• always strong waves of the correct form for surfers;
• giant tame turtles that come ashore in the morning for refreshments;
• coral parks with walks on transparent boats;
• many Buddhist temples, free to visit;
• very long beaches;
• a variety of hotels of any star rating;
• mining mines precious stones, where they let you go on excursions, and you can buy stones.

The optimal period for relaxing on Hikkadu beaches is November, December, January, February, March.

calm waters

Ceylon always welcomes surfers, but the best beaches in Sri Lanka without waves are not a myth. You can swim in smooth, clear water off the coast of Unawatuna, which is 120 km from Colombo. The former fishing village is now rapidly becoming an excellent Sri Lankan resort village. The edge of endless guesthouses at budget prices, so convenient for independent travel, a bay protected by reefs, which allows you to safely swim in the water right with the children.

Underwater recreation is also present, there are diving and snorkeling centers. If you visit the desire to walk around the area, there is a road to the neighboring coasts of Galle. However, only the sea is calm here, otherwise the beaches are always crowded. To enjoy the absence of waves and a minimum of people, you need to go to Mirissa - the most beautiful beach Indian Ocean. Tourism is still developing here, there are only a few small hotels, so the places are ideal for solitude, free swimming.

Another Sri Lankan beach town, Beruwala, is considered the best for traveling with children and easy relaxation. The tourist part of the city is developing very quickly, shops are opening, hotel complexes, service recreation areas. There are no waves off the coast at all, and good weather worth the whole year.

It is reasonable to go to Unawatuna in December, in January, in February, in March-April. In autumn and the May holidays it's very rainy there.

Far but the best

Most beautiful place the island lies far from the center to the northeast - the town of Trincomalee. The long distance, which has to be covered in 7 hours by bus or 9 hours by train, makes these shores less preferable for ordinary tourists.

But the beauty of the bay open to the world once Admiral Nelson, fully compensates for the long journey. The coasts are so natural that lemurs calmly walk along them, palm trees have an extraordinary height. Upon arrival, in addition, another bonus opens - Trincomalee is rich in unique architecture, ancient buildings, temples, mysterious Muslim buildings.

The tourist business is just emerging, because the hotels are inexpensive, comfortable, clean, the bars and restaurants are not crowded, not noisy. There are no excessive activities, you can safely relax on the sand. Divers have a separate coral island in the depths of the bay. Hot springs are nearby. The most convenient time of arrival is spring, summer, September, October. The remaining periods are overshadowed by rains.

Whatever the best places in Sri Lanka come under your attention, you can visit any other resort or any city in one trip, the country is very well developed public transport. And another top feature of the island is safety. Although this does not concern local lovers of swindling tourists for money, vigilance is always needed here!

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Most tourists who are tired of popular popular places are looking for countries that are not too exotic and not known to everyone for their vacation. One of these wonderful places for tourists is Sri Lanka, where it is best to start relaxing in November. What is attractive about rest here, what you need to know about this country, what sights Sri Lanka is famous for, when it is better to relax when going to this island and much more, you will learn right now.

The unique country of Sri Lanka

Indeed, Sri Lanka is a country unique in every way. It is not simple exotic island and home to coconut trees, elephants, and also tea. It's much more:

• here you will see the last relic forest;
• close to Kandy you can watch unspoiled and dense views;
• you visit the ancient city, as well as the ruins of Buddhist shrines and palaces that are lost in the jungle;
• you will find rivers teeming with crocodiles and forests overgrown with thick lianas.

Even all this will already be enough for your separate trip to visit Sri Lanka, right? And now remember the endless beaches of the island and you will understand that you need at least a month to visit them all. So, when and where is the best time to relax in Sri Lanka?

The best time to relax

All year round the island has a hot, humid climate, or at least warm, although it cannot be said that it is the same everywhere - it is influenced by the extent of Sri Lanka and the relief. On the plains the average annual temperature is kept at +31 degrees, in the mountainous part up to +24. The rainy season starts from May and ends in September for the southern and west coast countries, and for the eastern - from October to April.

Hence the conclusion: for a beach holiday on the west and south coast best time is October - April, and for the eastern - May - September. However, it is worth noting that such a division is rather arbitrary, since in any direction at any time of the year in Sri Lanka there is always enough sunny days for a pleasant pastime, so you can go in any direction.

The most popular resorts of the island, according to tourists

In Sri Lanka, in addition to wonderful weather, there are also many great resorts with developed infrastructure and magnificent beaches. By analyzing the reviews of tourists who have already been here, you can find out which resorts or areas are the most popular on the island.

And in which resort of Sri Lanka do you want to relax, have you decided?

What must-see attractions in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka island which is surrounded by Indian Ocean, attracts travelers both with a beach holiday and the opportunity to immerse yourself in the sights. When planning your vacation, take seriously the question of what to see on the island, because quite a lot of natural and historical sites that you would like to visit. Unfortunately, in a short period of time, you will not be able to visit everywhere, but it is quite possible to see the main sights.

In Sri Lanka, first of all, inspect the architecture ancient cities, such as:

Hindu temples are no less interesting - Ganeshan and Kanestan, which are located in Colombo in the Pettah area on Sea street. The Jami Ul Alfar Mosque is the main Muslim shrine of the city. It attracts everyone's attention with its facade, which is painted in white and red stripes.

The sights of Colombo include the Brown Gardens, offering guests of Sri Lanka to walk in the shade of various exotic plants. The huge park is divided into former plantations cinnamon. There is a statue of the Buddha, around which there are bushes, flower beds and a rounded pool. From this sculpture stretches the main alley with green lawns and fountains.