Sigiriya (ancient stone fortress expressed as the eighth wonder of the world)

Matale Disctrict

349 Metres

1982

Unbelievable technical, stone methods, and wall arts in a lovely surrounding demonstrate the Sri Lankan aborigines' limitless skill. According to Sri Lankan history, King Kashyapa built the Lion's Rock to protect himself from his brother's attacks. According to the Culavamsa, this location was once a vast forest, but due to the storms and landslides, it was transformed into a hill and chosen by King Kashyapa (477 – 495 AD) as his new capital. UNESCO listed Sigiriya as World Heritage Site. Sigiriya is one of the best examples to know about the past Sri Lankans' urban planning.

Nine Arches Bridge

Ella

300 ft

Length

50 ft

Height

Viaduct

Type

The Nine Arches Bridge, also known as the Bridge in the Sky, is a very popular place among travelers. It is located in the Badulla area, between Ella and Demodara railway station, in a lush and cooler atmosphere. It is one of the country's outstanding instances of colonial-era railway building.

YALA NATIONAL PARK

Yala National Park is the most visited and second-largest national park in Sri Lanka, bordering the Indian Ocean. The park consists of five blocks, two of which are now open to the public, and also adjoining parks. The blocks have individual names such as, Ruhuna National Park (Block 1), and Kumana National Park or 'Yala East' for the adjoining area.

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Mirissa beach

Mirissa Beach is the south coast whale watching legend Mirissa Beach is also a popular destination for vacationers who simply want to relax and swim. The sandy bay wedged between coconut trees and a rocky promontory is nonetheless incredibly tranquil, despite the fact that it might grow busy. It's also not overrun by surf schools, as it is in some other parts of the southern coast, making it simple to have a relaxing swim.

On the south coast, the fine sands of Mirissa Beach are backed by palm trees, while its clear waters and lively waves make it ideal for both swimming and surfing. But development here has mainly been driven by Mirissa’s emergence as the whale-watching capital of Sri Lanka. Numerous whales can frequently be spotted reasonably close to the shoreline.

Additionally, multiple tour operators based in the village offer boat trips to see them during the season, which runs from December to April. A cluster of hotels and guesthouses offer a variety of accommodation choices close to Mirissa Beach. Try laid-back and charming Handagedara Resort just a short walk from the Indian Ocean, soft sands and possible whale sightings.