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Watching Birds in Sri Lanka

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Bird Watching In Sri Lanka

There are 34 endemic bird species - a very high density of endemics given the size of the country. Birds are surprisingly tame whether they are in a national park or in an urban setting. Many bird photographers remark on how easy it is to take pictures of the birds. Even birds that are familiar worldwide, such as many waders, present better photographic opportunities in Sri Lanka than they do in other parts of the world. On the moderately sized island that is Sri Lanka, the birding sites are highly varied, including lush lowland rainforests, cloud forests, Elephant and Leopard rich dry lowlands, wetlands and coastlines. The roads and accommodation infrastructure are good, and there is a mature tourists industry with English spoken widely in cities and even in remote areas. There are a member of specialized wildlife and birding tour companies catering for both local and foreign birders. A good variety of natural history publication on Sri Lanka is available for reference.

Excerpted from A Naturalist's Guide to the

BIRDS OF SRI LANKA

Gehan de Silva Wijeyeratne

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Beginning of the Sinhala Monarchy

According to the chronicles and commentaries of the Mahavamsa, about 700 people with Immoral behavior, including Vijaya, deported from that land and Caught in a storm and floated to Thammennawa (Present day Mannar). He then, along with Princess Kuveni, destroyed the Yakkha tribe (People Who lived here at that time) and The first monarchy (King Vijaya) was established in Sri Lanka.

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Visit KNUCKLES MOUNTAIN RANGE with Sanju Tours

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KNUCKLES MOUNTAIN RANGE

Knuckles Central is located in the districts of Sri Lanka, Matale and Kandy.

Knuckles Forest covers an area of 21,000 hectares (81.06 sq mi) in the Kandy and Matale districts of the Central Province of Sri Lanka.

The high mountains are also known as the Dumbara Range as it is almost constantly covered with the fog, the western slope is also known as the Bata Dandu Kanda as it is covered with battali.

There are many large russet trees and the whole forest is covered with plants. There is intense bio and plant diversity, and also be heavy winds and fog. More than 34% of the endemic trees, shrubs and herbs of Sri Lanka are found in this range. The Knuckles Conservation Forest was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2010 as part of the Central Highlands of Sri Lanka.

These mountains are intertwined due to the cluster nature of the Knuckles Mountain range. A mountain range can be seen from a distance look like the "Knuckles" of a bent hand and there for the name "Knuckles" is believed to have been said by foreigners. The Dumbara Range, which covers the central hills, consists of about 35 peaks, including Gombaniya, Kirigalpotta, Lakegala, Yahangala and Thunhisgala. The highest point is Gombani mountain at an altitude of 1906 m.

Knuckles is a very rich ecosystem with water resources as it is feed by southwest monsoon winds as well as northeast monsoon winds. The main water flow that start from here are Teligamu Oya, Maha Oya and Hin Gaga.

This place is an eco-friendly paradise and nature lovers can experience here many of the climatic conditions prevailing in Sri Lanka.

Best Foods Sri Lanka with Sanju Tours

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BEST FOODS IN SRI LANKA

Sri Lankan Beautiful JACKFRUIT Curry
Jackfruit curry is a favorite food of almost all Sri Lankans.
The taste is indescribable when made a little spicy
with the good three. Our grandmothers made jackfruit curry
nicely blackened with real spices.
It pleases not only the tongue but also the eyes.
Raw Jackfruit
Cooked Jackfruit Curry
Delicious Sri Lankan
DAMBALA Roti with Spicy Sambal

"Dambala" contains a lot of essential nutrients including protein,
carbohydrates, vitamins B, A and C, calcium, iron and fiber.
Adding "Dambala" to your diet can have a number of health
benefits ranging from strengthening the immune system to alleviating anemia.
This is how to make a delicious bread using immature "Dambala",
coconut and other essential ingredients and serve it with red
spicy sambal (Lunu Miris). 






Manioc - Coconut Samul with
Black Pepper Pork Curry
Manioc, coconut sambal and black pepper pork curry is a popular dish in Sri Lanka. And it is a very tasty dish. During your visit to Sri Lanka, do not forget to try this dish.

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Wonderful RITIGALA .... Archeological Site in Sri Lanka

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Wonderful RITIGALA.....

Ritigala is a collection of Cultural and natural heritage among the heritage of Sri Lanka. Because of that Rithigala mountain range is very rare and is a unique heritage of Sri Lanka. Located in the Anuradhapura District, this place has two access roads.

1. Anuradhapura - Polonnaruwa main road and 2. Galen Bidunuwawa - Kekirawa are two main roads. It covers an area of 1528 hectares and the highest point is 766 meters. The mountain range consists mainly of seven mountains and There have specific climatic zones associated with it. It is a unique feature of this mountain range. This area belongs to the Department of Archeology of Sri Lanka. Therefore, I have created this 3D footage According to the plan of the archeological site of Ritigala. These places have been named and numbered According to the Department of Archeology.

They are....
01. Banda Pokuna 02. Parth Way
03. Gimanhala 01 04. Stone Bride 01
05. Padhanaghara 06. Janthaghara
07. Stone Bridge 02 08. The Library
09. Gimanhala 02 10. Gimanhala 03
11. Padhanaghara 12. Sakmantathaya
13. Padhanaghara
In Sri Lanka, Ritigala Archaeological Site is a must visit for any tourist, whether local or foreign.

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The Best Destinations in Kandy

Here is the road to Kandy from Negombo or Colombo.

The Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is a special place on this road.

This is a great tourist attraction. In there you can get a comprehensive

knowledge of elephants in Sri Lanka. Specially children are very love

to visit this place. Continuing after the Pinnawala to Kandy, you can

tast lots of local fruits at Mavanalla fruit stall. On this road also chance

to learn about Ayurveda Medicine and local spice herbals if needed.

Kandy is a a major tourist destination and It is situated 115 km from Colombo.

Kandy has a long history. This video shows some of the must see destinations,

for anyone coming to visiting Kandy

The Best Destinations in Kandy

The Temple of Tooth

Botanical Garden

Wales Park

Kandy Lake

Kandy Market

View Point

Hanthana Mountain

Ceylon Tea Museum

Bahirawakanda Statue

Udawatta Kale

Gadaladeniya

Lankathilakaya

Embakke Devalaya

Nelligala Temple

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The most interesting Destinations and Travels in Sri Lanka

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SRI LANKA INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION

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SRI LANKA

INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION

One of the most important National festival in Sri Lanka,

Independence Day, is celebrated on the 04th February

each Year. It celebrates, 433 Years of liberation from

foreign influence and became a Independent Country.

With the Portuguese conquest of the coastal areas in 1505,

Sri Lanka became a part of colonies. The Dutch who came

thereafter chased away the Portugues. Later the British

expelled the Dutch and ruled Sri Lanka. Thus Sri Lanka

became a British Colony from 02nd March 1815

to 04th February 1948 Finally, Sri Lanka became

an Independent State on February 04th,

1948 as a result of longstanding National struggles.

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HEROES WHO FOUGHT FOR

FREEDOM IN SRI LANKA

The national heroes and leaders

who took the lead in the liberation

of Sri Lanka from the colonial occupation

in 1948 became a great nation. Buddhist

Monks were among them. Some of them

were sacrificed their lives for the

Independence of Sri Lanka. Others

were imprisoned. At the same time,

there were also very dedicated authors.

Freedom is the only wish of all.

We enjoy freedom today that they took.

The great people who fought for the

freedom can never be forgotten.

In present day, we celebrate all

these heroes with great pride.

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KING SEETHAWAKA RAJASINGHE

This was a king a how fought to oust

the Protugeses. The son of King Mayadunna,

Tikiri Bandara alias Rajasinghe, defeated

the Portuguese army of king Dharmapala in the

Battle of Mulleriyawa. According Rajavaliya

the Mulleriyawa paddy field was full of

Portuguese blood in this battle.

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AHALEPOLA MAHA ADIKARAM

Ehalepola, who was the Maha Adikaram of

King Sri Wickrama Rajasinghe, later attracted

the attention of the English.

But the rebellion of 1818 offered to lead

the Sinhalese. So the English were arrested

and deported to the Island of Murusi.

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MONARAVILA KAPPETIPOLA

A great porson who was a hero of the Uva Wellassa

Rebellion 1818. He was later arrested by the

English and He was killed (Separating the head from

the whole body by sharp sword) on November 26, 1818

near Bogambara Lake.

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BOOTAWE RATE RALA

Bootawe Rate Rala was a another hero who revived to

the Uva Wellassa Rebellion in 1818. The hero of

Bootawe Rate Rala, who was arrested along with the

hero of Keppetipola, was also killed by the English.

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MADUGALLE DISAWA

He was a hero who supported the fight in the Kanda Udarata,

First Fight for freedom against the British. English was

arrested and later beheaded.

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VEERA MADDUMA BANDARA

His father was Ahalepola Nilame who fought for the

Country and nation. King Sri Wickrema Rajasinghe was unable

to arrest Ahlepola Nilame, and all the family of Ahalepola

Nilame was sentenced to death. Madduma Bandara was 7 years old

at the time and Has faced death fearlessly for his love for

the Country and nation. When his oldest brother was afraid of

being beheaded, Maduma Bandara told him not to be afraid and

that he would show him how to die.

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GONGALEGODA BANDA

In 1848, The English administration were imposed
Excessive taxes on Sri Lankan people. They began to
charge the people with unbearable taxes. This has led to
a rebellion in the country. Gongalegoda Banda
was a one hero in that rebellion. But on November 27,
1848, he was arrested by the English. He was later
convicted in a court martial in 1849 for his support for the rebellion.
As a result, he was given 100 Whiplash and deported to Malacca

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Sri Dalada Perahara in August

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This is a major cultural event for Buddhists in Sri Lanka.

Its history dates back to the time of King Vijaya Rajasinghe.

Although at that time this festival is based on worshiping Gods

It became a celebration for the Sacred Tooth Relic during the

reign of King Keerthi Sri Rajasinghe. This is a glorious

annual celebration event state-sponsored

and is held annually in August. Many local and foreign

tourists participate in the event.

The schedule for the

2019 Dalada Perehera is as follows.

Kap Situweema

This is a special ritual performed at the beginning of the procession,

where a special person called Mohottala makes an auspicious paper.

According to this ritual, four special jackfruit branches

(About one cubit in length) are blessed with sandalwood

water and various other offerings and taken to the four

shrines (These shrines are each dedicated to a specific

god namely Naatha, Vishnu, Kataragama, and Paththini)

and perform a special ritual

Naata Devalaya

Vishnu Devalaya

Katharagama Devalaya

Pattini Devalaya

Sri Lanka Coffee Cultivation - Sanju Tours

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COFFEE CULTIVATION IN SRI LANKAN

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The history of the coffee industry in Sri Lanka dates back to the 17 centuries. The first coffee variety, Name "Arabica" was introduced by, a group of Muslim pilgrims, who went across India. Later, in 1740, The Dutch Governor Baron von Imhoff and his delegation started coffee cultivation in Ceylon, but it has failed.

But in 1824, A British Army officer named George Bird started a successful coffee plantation around Gampola in Sri Lanka with his older brother, Lieutenant Colonel Henry Bird.

By 1860 Ceylon was one of the top three coffee makers in the world.

(Indonesia – Sri Lanka – Brazils)

Coffee Mills Tokens in British Ceylon in the 19th Century

But by 1870 the coffee industry in Sri Lanka has collapsed Because a devastating fungus caused severe damage to the coffee cultivates. As a result, around 1882, Sri Lanka's coffee plantations were completely destroyed.

Eventually, a solution was found, and coffee cultivation spread throughout the country. The coffee industry is now the livelihood of many Sri Lankans and By 2014, Sri Lanka was ranked 43rd among the largest coffee industry countries in the world.

Usually, Sri Lanka's coffee cultivation is of high quality

because no chemicals are used. Therefore,

The taste and Quality of coffee is very high and Sri Lankan coffee are

High demand in the European market

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How to make an immortal Tour of Sri Lanka

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How to make an immortal Tour of Sri Lanka

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If you plan to spend your dream vacation in Sri Lanka,

Very first, You need to consider the following matters.

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The amount you set aside for your trip...?

(Your budget)

How many people are with you to travel ...?

(Your Family, Friends, or .... )

How many Days allocated for vacation ...?

From your side, You can easily find a solution to the above facts,

After that you should consider the following...

Study of Sri Lanka to some extent, or

You may get some information

(Your Friend/ Family/ or .....)

already who did a Tour in Sri Lanka

What are the best Cities to visit

What to see in those Cities

and Things To Do...

The mode of Transport going to use for Transportation

Finding a Polite, Friendly and Experienced
Tour Driver (Chauffeur and Assistance Services)

Our aim here is to help you, make your Tour in Sri Lanka a memorable one. If you may your concern about below matters, It'll be easy....
As mentioned above, Studying about Sri Lanka,
Cities to Visit, Things To Do, and Transportation..
Although mentioned earlier...
First of all, If you can get help from a Polite/ Decent and experienced Tour Driver,
You can solve all these things are very accurate with your Chauffeur.

Thus the next point is...

How to Find a Friendly, Polite and Experienced Tour Driver in Sri Lanka
(Finding a Chauffeur Assistance)

1. You can ask a friend or anyone who has already completed a Tour in Sri Lanka. (Because they have good drivers' contact)

2. By checking the Internet (A large number of different transport companies can be found on the Internet)

3. You can use pages like TripAdvisor (Because there are some good Drivers' contacts are there)

4. Other sources can be used....

(FaceBook, Twitter, Instagram, etc...)

Somehow, after you meet a Driver that suits you....

1. How much money do you set aside for your trip

2. How many people joining with you

3. How many Days going to spend

4. Cities to Visit and Things to do Transportation chargers, Including everything for the above

(For Fuel, Drivers' wages, Drivers' Accommodation, Foods, Highway tolls, etc...)

5. If you need Drivers' assistance for you Hotel Bookings

6. Driver Assistance in an Emergency Occasion and Insurance....

can be discussed and resolved. Finally....
If all of the above happened, Surely
Your Tour in Sri Lanka
will be on of
most memorable ever in Your Life.

Best Places to Visit Nuwara Eliya / Little England

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NUWARA ELIYA

LITTLE ENGLAND

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Way to Nuwara Eliya

Holy Trinity Church

Nuwara Eliya Post Office

Fruit Market

Nuwara Eliya Golf Club

Gregory Lake Park

Moon Plains

Nuwara Eliya Racecourse

Single Tree Hill

Shanthipura View Point

Pedro Tea Factory

Victoria Park

Horton Plains National Park

Aadishakti Seeta Amman Temple. (Sita Mata Temple)

Lover's leap Waterfall

Hakgala Botanical Gardens

Swarnagiri Maha Viharaya

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Best Places and Things to Do in Trincomalee

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TRINCOMALEE

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Way to Trincomalee

Trincomalee Koneswaram Kovil

Fort Fredrick

Dutch Bay

Nilaveli Beach

Red Rock

Trincomalee War Cemetery

Snorkeling in Pigeon Island

Diving in Trincomalee

Visit Velgam Vehera

Trincomalee Hoods Tower Naval Museum

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Best Places to Visit Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

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KANDY TO NUWARA ELIYA

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Fruit Stall in Gampola

Tea Plantation

Helboda Falls

Glenloch Tea Factory

Tea Factory Visit

Sri Baktha Hanuman Temple

Tea Bush Resturant & View Point

Ramboda Tunnel

Ramboda Falls

Bluefield Tea Factory

Tea Plucking Ladies in Nuwara Eliya Road

Nuwara Eliya Vegetable Cultivation

Damro Tea Factory

Tea With Cake
in the Oldest Tea Center in Sri Lanka

Taste Tea

Buying Tea
in the Oldest Tea Center in Sri Lanka

Prince Charles visits the Damro

(Mackwoods) Labukale Tea Estate 2013

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Best Places to Visit in Mihinthale

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MIHINTHALE

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Aradhana Gala

Sela Cetiya

Mihintale Rock Steps

Kantaka Cetiya

Naga Pokuna

Sinha Pokuna

Kaludiya Pokuna

Katu Seya

Mihintale Meseum

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Best Places to Visit Anuradhapura

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ANURADHAPURA
SACRED DESTINATION -SRI LANKA

After Vijaya's story, some various colonies were formed, but primarily Ceylon has divided into three parts. For each of these, separate rulers were created. The agrarian economy was central and many settlements originated around rivers. The most important factor is the Anuradha region established by Anuradha. According to history BC. 437 There was a ruler who ruled the kingdom of Anuradhapura. He is King Pandukaabaya in this time the king is primarily concerned with law, security, and religion. The first king of Sri Lanka, Pandukabhaya, made Anuradhapura an amenity place in ancient Sri Lanka. His son Muthusiva succeeded him as king. The MAHAMEUNA UYANA created during this period has greatly influenced the development of Sinhala culture. Later, King Devanam Piyathissa assumed the throne and he was a friend of Emperor Ashoka of India. Therefore, King Ashoka introduced Theravada Buddhism to Sri Lanka through his son Mahinda Thera. And also through his daughter, The representation of women in Sri Lanka was given to Buddhism. What is special is that (Sangamitta Meheniya) she arrived in Sri Lanka with the right branch of Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi. (Holly Tree in Anuradhapura). The oldest tree ever planted by one is the Sri Maha Bodhi Tree planted in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. Its lifespan is over two thousand six hundred years.

Anuradhapura became the capital of Sri Lanka during the reign of King Dutugemunu. It is the first and oldest capital of Sri Lanka. His Unique creations such as Abayagiriya and Ruwanwali Saya have been recorded in history

Way to Anuradhapura

Tickets Prices

Jethawana Dagaba (Sthupa)

Jethawana Musium

Thuparamaya

Abayagiri Musium

Abayagiri Dagaba (Sthupa)

Samadi Pilimaya

Gurd-Stone (Mura Gala)

Bo Tree Serine

Rathna Prasada

Elephant Pond

Moonstone

Lankarama Dagaba

Kuttam Pokuna

Ruwanwalisaya

Basawakkulama wawa

JayasriMaBodiya

Isurumuniya

Ranmasu Uyana

Thissa Wawa

Bawa Chakraya

Vessagiriya

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Best Places to Visit Kandy / Last Capital & Things To Do

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KANDY

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Way to Kandy

Temple Of Tooth Relic

Kandy Lake

Cultural Dance Show

Commonwealth War Cemetery

Ceylon Tea Museum

Bahirawakanda Temple

Royal Botanical Garden

Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage

Millennium Elephant Foundation

Wales Park

Bathik Factory / Show Room

Pallekele Cricket Stadium

Ranawana Rajamaha Viharaya

Garrison Cemetery

Gem Factory / Museum and Show Room

Udawatta Kele Sanctuary

ViewPoint - Upper Lake Drive

Gadaladeniya Temple

Lankatilaka Temple

Kandy's Central Market

Mask / Wood carving factory / Show Room

Ambakka Dewalaya

Hanthana Mountain

Degaldoruwa Viharaya

Galmaduwa Temple

World Buddhist Museum

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Build Your Own Serene Sri Lanka Tour with Sanju

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LOVELY FRENCH FAMILIES

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8 Days Tour tour with Mr. Christophe and Aline

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8 Days Tour with

Mr. Christophe and Aline

Visiter le Sri Lanka avec Sanju Tours

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Best Places to Visit in Sigiriya & Things To Do With Sanju Tours

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SIGIRIYA

Way to Sigiriya...

The Ancient place named of Sigiriya in Sri Lanka situated of Matale District, at Dambulla Divisional secreterial. The name refers to a site of historical and the archaeologial significance that is dominated by massive column fo rock nearly Two hundred meters (six hundred ft) high.

Direction:- From the Inamaluwa junction, at about 7 km to left side located Rock of Sigiriya.

There are two access ways to enter the Sigiriya as local tourists and foreign tourists. But both are overlapped the same place start to climb of Sigiriya. The Rock of Sigiriya, located as an only one flat land hight about 600 ft.

After came Arahath Mahinda Thero, Sigiriya became a monastery. But King Kashyap built his place on the rock. Bhikkhus were scattered. Today Sigiriya is listed World Heritage site by the example of ancient urban planning.

It builds by King Kassapa; Nowadays we can visible it as ruins. This construction is considered because of this place most important to the world. So you can just get a simple idea about Sigiriya from my blog.

Ananda Marasinghe

Sigiriya Lion Rock

Pidurangala Rock Temple

Minneriya / Kaudulla Safari

Ayurveda Treatment / Massage

Elephant Riding

Village Tour (Using Bullock Cart and Ferry) With Farmer’s Lunch
Coming back by Tuk-Tuk

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5 Days tour with Mr. Olivier's Family

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