Rich Heritage & Culture
Sri Lanka has a Rich Heritage and Culture, On your adventures you will visit Famed Archaeological Sites, Magnificent Monuments, Palaces, Temples and Stunning Landmarks that offer an insight into what life was like back in the days of the Ancient Kings.
Home for 8 UNESCO Heritage Sites:
The Ancient City of Polonnaruwa (1982)
The Ancient City of Sigiriya (1982)
The Golden Temple of Dambulla (1991)
The Old town of Galle and its Fort (1988)
The Sacred City of Anuradhapura (1982)
The Sacred City of Kandy (1988)
Sinharaja Forest Reserve (1988)
The Central Highlands of Sri Lanka (2010)
Explore Nature
Sri Lanka is a paradise for Nature Lovers, Boasting Lush Rainforests, Misty Mountains, Fantastic Beaches and Incredible Wildlife. Whether you’re into Hiking, Wildlife Safaris or just Relaxing in Nature, Sri Lanka has it all and can surely take your very breath away, .
The Train trip from Ella to Kandy / Nanu Oya to Ella in Sri Lanka or the other way around, is considered to be one of the most beautiful Scenic Train Trips in the World. This Train Ride takes you through Stunning and Breathtaking views of Landscapes of Green and Lush Tea Plantations, Waterfalls and Mountain Views.
Unspoiled Golden & White Beaches
Sri Lanka has no shortage of Beautiful Beaches. Whether you’re seeking Solitude, Parties, there’s a strip of sand for you. Sri Lanka attracts millions of tourists seeking sand Sun-Bathing, Swimming, Deep Sea Fishing and Adventurous Water Sports Activities such as Windsurfing, Yachting, Water Skiing, Scuba Diving Surfing or Snorkeling. Arugam Bay is on the list of the top ten Surf Points in the World.
Famous Tourist hotspots beaches Negombo, Mount Lavinia, Bentota, Galle, Unawatuna, Hikkaduwa, Hiriketiya and Mirissa are the most famous destinations and in the East Trincomalee and Passikudah.
Rich History and Religious Sites.
Sri Lanka has a Rich History Spanning over 2,500 years, known for its Rich Buddhist Culture and History offers Many Places of Religious and Historic Significance. Buddhism is the main Religion. The Culture of Sri Lanka has always been shaped by the hands of Religion.
Major Buddhist Sites are Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Jaya Sri Maha Bodhiya, (over 2,200 years old Bo Tree) Ruwanweliseya, Rumassala, Golden Temple of Dambulla. Sri Dalada Maligawa is the most venerated place of worship for Buddhists throughout the world, this Temple Houses the Sacred Tooth Relic of the Lord Buddha brought to Sri Lanka from the Kalinga province in ancient India in the 4th century AD. .
Enjoy a never to be forgotten Sri Lanka Ramayana Tour, witness the places where Real Ramayana events actually took place, has locations scattered around the Island with Believable Mysteries, Proven Proofs and Magical Miracles happened and keep happening to this day.
Incredible Wildlife & Safari
Sri Lanka’s wildlife ranges from Wild Elephants and Leopards to Sea Turtles, Whale and Dolphin Watching and a vast variety of birds. Sri Lanka’s Yala National Park is known to have the highest density of Leopards in the World and Minneriya National Park is Home to the World’s Largest Gathering of Elephants – Over 300 elephants gather at Minneriya National Park between July and September.
National parks and bird sanctuaries in the southern and central zones, have the best opportunities to see animals in their Natural Habitat. Sri Lanka’s abundant bird-life makes the island a true Ornithologist’s paradise. Of the 427 recorded species, 250 are resident and 23 are endemic to the country. There are currently 26 national parks which together cover an area of 5,734 km.
Adventure & Sports
If you’re adventurous, Sri Lanka would be the ideal place to have all the experiences, from White Water Rafting in the famous Kelani River, Adventure trekking through the famous National parks, Cycling and Mountain Miking, Rain forest trekking, Hot Air Ballooning to Sky Diving, Helicopter Scenic Rides, Safari Camping, Snorkeling, Scuba Diving, and Thrilling Motor Board rides this Island has a lot to offer.
Sri Lank has turned out to be sporting hub of South Asia, Many International Sporting teams and individuals have looked into Sri Lanka as a preferred destination mainly due to its Infrastructure, Hospitality, Internationally Renowned Venues and Golf Courses.
Sri Lanka is home to Three International Standard 18-hole golf courses located in Colombo, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya and Trincomalee. These courses boast some of the most picturesque backdrops full of Lush Greenery, they are designed to perfection so Golfers can enjoy the course as well as the Natural Beauty the country has to offer.
M.I.C.E
(Meetings / Incentives / Conferences / Exhibitions)
Sri Lanka has turned out to be the fastest growing MICE tourism market in Asia mainly due to its infrastructure, award-winning State-of-the-art venues and unique event spaces both indoor and outdoor locations and a cost-effective destination with real value for money.
India and China are the largest source market for Sri Lanka and there is a rapid growth from the Middle Eastern and European market as well.
Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH), Lotus Pond Performing Art Centre, Sri Lanka Exhibition and Convention Centre (SLECC), Hambantota International Convention Centre are the main venues and you will find conference and banquets in all leading hotels such as Waters Edge, Hilton Colombo, Shangri-La Colombo, Taj Samudra, Cinnamon Lakeside, Cinnamon Life and Monarch Imperial
Ayurveda & Wellness
Sri Lanka is renowned for its deep-rooted Ayurveda and wellness traditions, offering a holistic approach to health and well-being. Ayurveda, meaning “the science of life,” is a 5,000-year-old natural healing system that focuses on balancing the body, mind, and spirit. segments and subcategories including traditional and alternative medicine, spas, spirituality, nutrition and fitness and Sri Lanka’s historical connection with Ayurveda fits well with the global demand for the wellness of mind and body.
While Wellness Tourism was once single dimensional and was restricted to pampering and Spa Vacations, Wellness Travel now includes many combinations of healthy experiences, Eating, Cooking, Exercise, Yoga and Meditation. Also there are specially dedicated renowned centers for Meditation and Yoga as well.
Nightlife & Shopping
Sri Lanka has an exciting nightlife and Colombo is regarded as the city for Night Life with Nightclubs, Pulsating Discos themed Pubs, Enchanting Cafes, Delectable Cuisines, Foot-tapping Live Music and Sports Bars which are extremely pocket-friendly. Gambling is legal in the country, The World Class Casinos are the true highlight.
Sri Lanka is a shopping paradise a lot more to Sri Lanka than merely Ceylon Tea! Plus there are great shopping malls and bazar’s for Garments. Sri Lanka has the widest variety of precious stones among the World’s Gem producing Countries – Blue Sapphires, Star Sapphires, Rubies, Cat’s eye, Garnets, Moonstones, Aquamarines and Topazes being just a dazzling handful. Sri Lanka naturally has a tradition in Jewelry-Making, so you can bring your Gems to Life.