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Mirissa Beach, Sri Lanka

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Mirissa is a small beach town and a fishing port located on the Southern tip of Sri Lanka. The warm Indian Ocean is the only thing between you and the next large land mass, the continent of Antarctica or Africa.

Colombo, the capital city of Sri Lanka and your most likely entry point onto the Island unless you are swimming is about 150 km North West. This translated into roughly a 3-4 hour trip by road depending on traffic and how insane your driver is.
Mirissa Beach is sandwiched between the towns of Welligama and Matara and it is about 35 KM or 1 hour South of the fort city of Galle by bus.
Mirissa and its breathtaking sandy beach pretty much transforms your dreams and visions of a tropical paradise into an everyday reality.

Located close to the Southern tip of the Island of Sri Lanka and only about 200 km from the Equator, this secluded crescent shaped beach is the perfect place to sit back, relax and forget about all the hussle and bussle of your other life that’s a million miles away.

This small sandy tropical beach boasts some of Sri Lanka’s best and most stunning sunsets and sunrises.
All the Guest Houses in Mirissa are set back from the actual beach giving you the impression that you are on a deserted palm fringed island. Every now and again the silence is broken by the sound of a coconut falling on the sand or a chilled beer being opened by someone further up the beach.

Mirissa Beach is rapidly becoming a popular Surfer hangout during the months of November to March when it’s the rainy season on the East coast.
For some reason Mirissa Beach is well known to the Japanese Surfers .

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Sri Lanka's rivers

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There are 103 rivers and streams with most flowing from the upcountry mountains of Sri Lanka. The longest is the Mahaweli. It starts its 333 km journey near Adam’s Peak and finds its way into the Indian Ocean at Koddiyar Bay at Trincomalee. It is the only perennial river to cross the dry Zone. Sri Lanka’s perennial rivers are called Ganga,and other streams are called Oya in Sinhala or Aru in Tamil. A number of rivers have now been developed both for irrigation and power. The Victoria power project on Mahavali Ganga is one of the largest in Asia. The other power projects are Kothmale, Rantambe and Randenigala on the Mahaveli river.
Kala - Oya starts from Kalawewa Reservoir built in the 5th Century.
Other rivers which are over 100 Kms long:
Name of River Length
Mahaweli Ganga 335 km
Aruvi Aru 164 km
Kala Oya 148 km
Kelani Ganga 145 km
Yan Oya 142 km
Deduru Oya 142 km
Walawe Ganga 138 km
Maduru Oya 135 km
Maha Oya 134 km
Kalu Ganga 129 km
Kirindi Oya 117 km
Kumbukkan Oya 116 km
Menik Oya 114 km
Gin Ganga 113 km
Mi Oya 109 km
Gal Oya 108 km

Mahaweli

The Mahaweli River is a 335 km long river, ranking as the longest river in Sri Lanka. Its drainage basin is the largest in the country, and covers almost one-fifth of the total area of the island. The river reaches the Bay of Bengal on the southwestern side of Trincomalee Bay. The bay includes the first of number submarine canyons, making Trincomalee one of the finest deep-sea harbors in the world. The river and its tributaries are dammed at several locations to allow irrigation in the dry zone, Production of hydroelectricity from six dams of the Mahaweli system supplies more than 40% of Sri Lanka's electricity needs. One of the many sources of the river is the Kotmale Oya.

Kealani

The Kelani River is 145 km Long River in Sri Lanka. Ranking as the fourth longest river in the country, it stretches from the Sri Pada Mountain Range to Colombo. It covers approximately 80% of the water supply to Colombo. In addition to that, the river is used for transport, fisheries, sewage disposal, sand mining and for production of hydroelectricity. Due to these, many people depend on the river for their daily routine in life.

Asian Photography – October 2011

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Asian Photography – October 2011
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Travel + Leisure (Southeast Asia) - November 2011

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Travel + Leisure (Southeast Asia) - November 2011

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Travel Africa (UK) - Autumn 2011

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The Horton Plains

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The Horton Plains are located on Sri Lanka 's highest plateau, between altitudes of 2,000 and 2, 300m. The landscape typically consists of undulating lands covered in a tropical cloud of forests or verdant montane savannah grasslands, locally known as patannahs.Visiting Horton Plains or 'Mahaeliya' as it is traditionally named is quite popular amongst locals, who mostly come to admire the views from the park's thrilling escarpments such as World's End at weekends . For this reason we recommend that you try to organise your visit during a weekday as this ensures that you will experience the Plain's isolated serenity.

The Park lies approximately 32 km south of Nuwara Eliya in the highland of the central province.
Horton Plain the surrounding forest and the adjoining peak Wilderness constitute Sri Lanka’s most important catchment area , of almost all major rivers. The plains are of outstanding senic beauty and conservation importance, containing most of the habits and endemic plants and animals representative of the country’s wet and montane zones. The western slops support the most extensive area of montage cloud forest surviving I the country.
Horton plains can be reached by any of the following routes
Via Nuwara Eliya,Ambewela,Pattipola (32 km)
Haputale or Welimada,Boralanda,Ohiya (38 km)
Nuwara Eliya,Hakgala,Rendapola,Ambewela,Pattipola (38 km)

Adventurous visitors can trek into the park along the Thalawakele-Agarapatana-Diyagama and the Belihul Oya- Narak trails.

The Annual rainfall in the region is about 2540 mm, but may exceed 5000mm on the plains. Rain occurs throughout most of the year but there is a dry season from January to March. Temperature are low with an annual mean temperature 15°C and ground forest is common during December.

Cultural Heritage
Stone tools dating back to the Prehistoric Balangoda Culture have been found in the area. The Sinhalese settle in the lowlands up to and altitude of 700m, sometimes frequenting higher altitudes to mine for gems or iron ore ,graze cattle, construct irrigation canals and fell trees for timber. Several patinas existed at the time in regions above 1800m.

Visitor Facilities
The overnight park accommodation though limited caters to deferent preferences. Ginihiriya(Anderson)bungalow with four well-appointed rooms is in an existing forest setting . in additional there is another circuit bungalow called “Mahaeliya” within the park. Two separated dormitories in groups. Several camp-sites are available for natural lovers.
Horton Plains is well recognized for its reach and unique biodiversity , its flora given to a high level (5%) of endemism , yet remains largely underexplored. Thus it is not merely a destination for nature tourists, but also for those engaged in educational and research activities.

National parks in Sri Lanka

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Sri Lanka was the setting “Mihinthale” being the site of the world’s first recorded (247 BC) wildlife and nature preserve, established by King Devanampiyathissa , a convert to conservationism preceded only by Noah in the animal of mankind : deeply influenced as he was by the inspirational massage of the Buddha imparted to him by Arahath Mahinda. Further evidence of this deep-rooted concern for wildlife and the commitment to conservation is found in an inscription engraved on a stone slab at Anuradhapura’s majestic millennia-old Ruwanveli dagoba,attributed to the 12th Century king Kirthi Nisanka malla of polonnaruwa, forbidding the capture, killing or commercial trafficking of any animals,birds and fish within a radius of 7 gau from the city. References to royal protection and preservation of wildlife are extent throughout the Mahawansa and this Traditional care concern for crenatures of the wild continues to this day.

There are 15 popular national park in Sri Lanka maintained by the Department of Wild Life Conservation, totaling 8%(app: 2026 Sq.miles/ 5284 Sq.km) of the island’s Total land area.
There are
1. Bundala National Park
2. Flood plains National Park
3. Gal Oya National Park
4. Horton Plains National Park
5. Kaudulla National Park
6. Lahugala Kithulana National Park
7. Lunugamvehera National Park
8. Madhuru oya National Park
9. Minneriya National Park
10. Somawathiya National Park
11. Udawalawa National Park
12. Wasgomuwa National Park
13. Willpattu National Park
14. Yala East National Park
15. Yala National Park

Travel Information to Parks

Visiting hours - 6.30 a.m to 6.30 p.m
There is an entry fee to all national Parks. Tickets could be obtained from entrance gates.
Reservation of circuit Bangalows and Camp Sites must be made at the Derpartment’s head office.
Department of Wild Life Conservation
Bodhiraja Mawatha
Jayanthipura
Baththaramulla
Sri Lanka
Tel : +94 011 288 8585
Web : www.dwc.gov.lk

Map of National Parks & Wildlife Sanctuaries in Sri lanka

Bloomberg Businessweek - 10 October-16 October 2011

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Flux 3.2.45

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Information for Travelers

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Sri Lanka use a 230-240 Volts 50 cycles A.C

Holidays in addition to Saturday and sun day. The full moon day(poya day) of each month is holiday. Other days of religious significance are also declared holiday ion sri Lanka. Most places of entertainment as well as liquor shops are closed on poya days and other religious days.

A fully fledged Tourist Police force has been established at the Sri lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) premises at No.80 Galle Road Colombo 03. Tel +94 112 437059/60
Tourist Police Division Tel 011 2 42 1451 (Emergency Service – 1912)

Flight Information
Sri Lanka Air Lines 019 733 2677
All Air Lines 019 733 2377
Katunayaka Bandaranayaka Air Port 011 225 2861/5
Online flight booking (Sri Lankan Air) http://www.srilankan.aero

Sri Lanka climate season

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Climate & Seasons
Sri Lanka enjoys a tropical climate without extremes of temperature: which averages 80 OF (27 OC) in Colombo and its suburbs, rising to as much as 100 OF (38 OC) in the semi-arid northwest and cooling off to 61 OF (16 OC) at higher elevations of the central hill country. Tropical monsoons mean rains at a stretch for some months. Sri Lanka certainly has no dearth of rains as it has two monsoons and two inter monsoon periods. Sri Lanka’s climate has wide influence on both the coastal plains and other low lying areas as well as the high mountainous regions The southwest monsoon which mainly affects the southern, western and central regions during May to July; while the northeast monsoon brings rain to the north and east from November to January. The Indian Ocean’s warm tropical embrace seems to linger in a caress at this, the very edge of Eden, spearheading the subcontinent’s plunge south to seas that lie unbroken by any other land-mass until they shift and shape the icy shores of mighty Antarctica.
Temperature Chart

Travel Sri Lanka

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Read Before you START TRAVELING
Vehicle:
You may be planning to drive your own vehicle or maybe a hired one, yet make sure the vehicle is mechanically sound.
Get the vehicle thoroughly inspected by your mechanic.
Replace all the worn-out parts.
Pack all the spares required in any emergency and the tool kit.
Make sure the spare wheel is on standby.
Make sure that you load only things that you absolutely need.
Check all revenue license and insurance of the vehicle.
You an use the Motor Guide published by us for assistance at any emergency.

When to Start
Calculate the time backwards from the final destination
Add supplementary time for visiting the places on your way
Confirm the time with the place where you are going to stay at the final destination.(Road maps and the distance chart will help you to do these estimates).

Preparation
Food and Water are very important and you will not get them everywhere the way you want; it’s better to prepare at least one meal as you could get stranded somewhere or held up by a breakdown or what ever.
Meals must essentially be prepared when you are travelling with kids.
Always carry some confectionary items and water.
Get everybody involved in pre-trip planning, especially as kids will get a good exposure in this.
Plan the accommodation; if you are looking for budget accommodations it’s always advisable to carry your sleeping needs.
Take a good country map in order to have a closer overview of the country.
Take sufficient money for the entire journey. We also have provided information of ATMs on the
Road Maps.
Do not rely on your credit cards alone.
Compartmentalise your goods and pack your vehicle in such a way that you could easily access contents. For instance, Food, clothes, medicine, emergency needs, tools, spares, on the journey needs, etc.
Keep informed a reliable person where you are going and when you are planning to come back.
Enjoy the travel with the travel hints and information !!

First Aid
(Take an umbrella and a torch always in your vehicle.)

Information for travellers
Voltage 230-240 volts 50 cycles A.C.
Holidays
In addition to Saturday and Sunday, the full moon day (Poya Day) of each month is a holiday. Other days of religious significance are also declared holidays in Sri Lanka. Most places of entertainment are closed on Poya days and holidays.
Tourist Police
A fully fledged Tourist Police force has been established at The Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) premises at No. 80, Galle road, Colombo 03. (Tel.: +94 112 437059 / 60 ) This unit ensures that both local and foreign tourists have a safe, pleasurable and memorable travel experience in Sri Lanka without being subjected to any harassment, fraud, theft or other inconvenience.
Tourist Police Division - Tel.: 0112-421451
- Emergency services: 1912

The following units are supervised by the local Police Stations.

Police Division Police Station Tele: No Police Post
Anuradhaura Anuradhapura 025-2224546 Rest House
Beruwala Moragolla 034 227 6049
Galle Galle 060-2905981 Fort
Kalutara Aluthgama 034-2276049 Moragalla
Kandy Kandy 081-2222222 -
Negombo Negombo 031-2275555 Eththukala
Katunayake 011-2251475 Air Port
Polonnaruwa Polonnaruwa 027-2223099 Kaduruwela
Flight Information
Sri Lanka Air Lines 019 733 2677
All Air Lines 019 733 2377
Katunayeka - Bandaranayeka Airport 011 225 2861-5

Online flight booking - Sri Lankan Air - http://wwi.srilankan.aero
Health and Safety
Most of the tourist hotels are equipped to cope with emergency treatment. There are government hospitals throughout the country in almost all the cities. some hospitals are base hospitals, and some are district hospitals which are well equipped. Other than the government hospitals there are many private hospitals in many cities.
Guide Services
Trained Registered Guide Lecturers carry identity cards issued by the Ceylon Tourist board. They could be hired thought the Travel Information Centre. Tel: +94 11 234 7059, or Approved Travel Agents.
For more information you can contact:
The President National Tourist Guide Lecturers Association of Sri Lanka 37/35 Temple Road.Colombo 10. on 011 268 1214.
All guides are proficient in English. Most of the guides speak other languages such as French, German, Japanese, Italian, Russian, and Spanish. Fees are charged for their services.
Entry Fees/Photographic Permits may be charged to visit or photograph Archaeological Sites,
Fee varies from US$ 8 – 15
Tickets are available at the following places:
Central Cultural Fund - 212/1 Bauddhaloka Mawatha, Colombo 7.
Tel : 250 0732, 258 7912 (08.30 hrs to 16.15 hours).
Cultural Triangle sites. Entrance tickets to individual sites are available only at each specific site. These tickets cover charges for photography, recording and parking. Half rates are for children under 12 years.
Rates are quoted in U.S. Dollars and Rupee parities are subject to fluctuation.
Travel Information
Sri Lanka Tourist Board
Head Office: 011 243 7055, 011 243 7059-60
Sri Lanka Tourism Information Center at the Bandaranaike International Airport, Katunayake 011 225 2411
Kandy Office: 081 222 2661
Anuradhapura Ofice: 025 222 4546

Sri Lanka the Bird Watching Paradise in Indian Ocean

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Kuman is situated in east Coast, Bundala, Kalamatiya are is in the southern coast, Sinharaja Rain Forest, Udawatta Kale, Bellanwila, Muthurajawela, Minneriya, Kitulgala and Minipe are other important Bird watching locations. In additions you can see birds through out the country in pockets of forests, lakes, lagoons and river sides during your travel.

Low Land Dry Zone Birds

include Malabar Pied Hornbill (Psittacula kraman), Drongo (Dicrurus adsmilis), Racquet Trailed Drongo (Dicrurus paradieus), Little Green Bee Eater (Merops Orientails), Peafowl (Pavo Cristata).

The Dryzone Tanks are shallow man made reservoirs forms very important habitat for birds. The large Pot-billed Pelican (Pelicanus Philippensis), Little Egret (Egretta garzetta), Cattle Egret (Babulcus ibis), Red Wattled Lapwing (Vanellus indicus), Peasent Tailed Jacna (Hydrophasianus Chirurgus)

The Wet and Highland zone

The Wet and Highland zone birds has rich veriety of birds only found in this areas other than common birds. Many of the 26 Endemic birds including two members of parrots family are found in Sinhraja, Kitulgala, Udawatta Kale. The Ceylon Lorikeet (Loriculus Berilinus), The endemic Layard Parakeet (Psitticula calthorpae), The Gackel or Hill Myna (Gracula religiosa), The Ceylon Grackel (Gracula ptilogenys), The endemic Yellow Eared Bullbul (Pycnonotus penicillatus)

PC Format UK - May 2011

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PC Format UK - May 2011
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Ecostructure Magazine April/March 2011
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IPL Team List 2011

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There are Ten Teams which participate in the Indian Premier League popularly known as IPL launched by Board of Cricket Control in India. IPL is managed by BCCI working committee which looks over the issues and prospectus of IPL. The first person to bring up the idea of franchise and IPL was Lalit Modi, a former chairman of Rajasthan Cricket Board (RCB).

Below is a list of IPL Teams

Mumbai Indians
Delhi Daredevils
Chennai Super Kings
Deccan Chargers
Pune Warriors
Kings XI Punjab
Kochi IPL
Rajasthan Royals
Royal Challengers Bangalore
Kolkata Knight Riders

(Source by:ipl-schedule.com)

IPL Schedule 2011

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Get Schedule and Fixtures of IPL 2011 in PDF and Excel format. Indian Premier League has announced the fixtures for upcoming IPL season 4 to be played in India from April 8, 2011 to May 28, 2011 over period of 41 days. The fixture format of this season has changed considerably due to addition of two new teams from this season onwards.

PDF Version of IPL Schedule can be accessed by click here.

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