Around Sri Lanka

Tripoto
13th Oct 2019
Photo of Around Sri Lanka by Swati Tiwari

I arrived in Colombo from Hydrabad in Srilankan Airline . The journey was very quick as it took only an hour and half to reach. After arriving , I was expecting my tour dri ver to pick me up . I must say , since he wasn't there yet , the airport personnel approached me to ask if I was waiting for someone and connected me to the driver , it was quite impressive that people showed concern . Then there was my drive in 10 min . We headed towards Sigriya . Throughout the journey , I could see huge tries, lots of plantation , vegetation and fruits trees. I could easily guess that Sri Lanka is a land for organic fruits and veggies.

way to Sigriya

Photo of Colombo International Airport (CMB), Canada Friendship Rd, Katunayake, Sri Lanka by Swati Tiwari

On my way to Sigriya , I came across the the Dambula Cave Temple (Golden Temple) which is one of the world heritage in Sri Lanka. It contains Budha statues and paintings and 5 caves. The temple was very impressive and there were piles of people worshiping there along with few tourists like me . Majority of Srilankan population are Budhists and no wonders why these temples are very impressive .

Cave temple

Photo of Dambulla, Sri Lanka by Swati Tiwari

cave temple surroundings

Photo of Dambulla, Sri Lanka by Swati Tiwari

The cave

Photo of Dambulla, Sri Lanka by Swati Tiwari

I got drenched a bit as it started raining . Although the rain lasted only for 10 min . It was almost 4 PM and I wanted to head to the hotel . It took me an hour more to reach the hotel which was in Sigriya and the greetings of the hotel staffs was quite refreshing .

I was amazed by the hotel surroundings , lot of flowers , lakes and what not . Mosquitoes, cats and birds chirping . It felt like I am in the middle of a small jungle with total tranquility .

Photo of Around Sri Lanka by Swati Tiwari
Photo of Around Sri Lanka by Swati Tiwari
Photo of Around Sri Lanka by Swati Tiwari
Day 2

Had a lovely breakfast along with Srilankan Milk Rice which was delicious and I was ready to climb the Sigriya Lion Fort . It cost around $25 for indians as an entrance fees. And the fort contains around 1300 steps. Climbing up is a great challenge if you are ready for it and reaching the peak of it is totally worth .

Sigriya Lion Fort

Photo of Kandy, Sri Lanka by Swati Tiwari

Afterwards , we headed for another major town of Srilanka , Kandy which is famous for temples and cultural activities.

In kandy , I visited another Budhist temple followed by a cultural dance performance called Tooth Temple which is famous for having Budha's one tooth . The temple and surroundings looks very serene and relaxing in the evening .

Kandy cultural dance

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Tooth temple

Photo of Around Sri Lanka by Swati Tiwari

Rainbow around the temple lake

Photo of Around Sri Lanka by Swati Tiwari
Day 3

After amazing breakfast , I headed for little england . On the way there were quite a few water falls and amazing landscapes and not to forget the Tea factory . Srilankan Tea is quite a big part of their economy .

On the way to Nuwara Eliya

Photo of Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka by Swati Tiwari

Just a water fall

Photo of Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka by Swati Tiwari

Tea Factory

Photo of Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka by Swati Tiwari

I was very impressed by the town , its only 3-4 km wide spread and there are hills surrounded by mists and beautiful cottages.

The houses

Photo of Around Sri Lanka by Swati Tiwari

city undercover with rain drops

Photo of Around Sri Lanka by Swati Tiwari
Day 4

At 9 am I was at the railway station waiting for my train to Ella. The journey is supposed to be an iconic one and it took approx. 3 hrs . The time passed very quickly as the scenes kept me mesmerised the natural abundance and beauty . It was totally a worthwhile experience .

I must say Ella is fascinating . The Ravana water fall is huge. The Adam's Peak is astounding.

Did Ravana ever take bath ? Just kidding

Photo of Ella, Sri Lanka by Swati Tiwari

Little Adam's Peak

Photo of Ella, Sri Lanka by Swati Tiwari

View from hotel

Photo of Ella, Sri Lanka by Swati Tiwari
Not to miss

from the train

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Day 5

From the hills , now I was heading towards the coastal side. 5 hours journey with a travel book and the great scenery on the way , it wasn't tiring at all. the sunset at the Bentota beach was quiet & relaxing .

Sunset to slowdown

Photo of Bentota, Sri Lanka by Swati Tiwari
Day 6

This afternoon , I headed for Mirissa and on the way , I had a fascinating boat ride , saw the Galle fort , the dutch fort ,an old UNESCO heritage sites one of the famous for its history and archaeology .

Then the jungle beach , I guess its called as jungle beach because you walk through jungles escapes .

After spending some time at this beach, I started for Mirissa , the beach here is pretty busy and beautiful with lots of tourists .

It was a very relaxing afternoon and exciting evening at the beach where you forget the hassles of the world and just be in the moment enjoying the stillness with the shores.

Where are River Caves ??

Photo of Mirissa, Sri Lanka by Swati Tiwari

Galle Fort

Photo of Mirissa, Sri Lanka by Swati Tiwari

Jungle beach

Photo of Mirissa, Sri Lanka by Swati Tiwari
Day 7

My journey was about to end . I spent the next day in Negombo which is near to Colombo . I must say I was ready to go back with ample of great memory full of delicious food , vast culture , warm people , breathtaking scenes . I was rejuvenated and ready to get back to my routine. Thanks Sri Lanka for such a rich and unforgettable journey of a lifetime!

Is this me ??

Photo of Negombo, Sri Lanka by Swati Tiwari

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