Explore Sri Lanka

Places to Visit

From ancient kingdoms to pristine beaches — discover the most beautiful and fascinating destinations across Sri Lanka.

Sigiriya Rock Fortress Must Visit

Cultural Triangle

Sigiriya Rock Fortress

Climb this 5th-century rock citadel rising 200 metres above the jungle. UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Ella Trending

Hill Country

Ella

A misty mountain village loved by backpackers and luxury travellers alike, surrounded by emerald tea estates.

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Galle Fort

South Coast

Galle Fort

UNESCO-listed Dutch colonial fort with charming cafes, boutique hotels and sweeping ocean views.

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Kandy

Hill Country

Kandy

Sri Lanka's cultural capital and home to the revered Temple of the Tooth Relic.

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Yala National Park

Wildlife Parks

Yala National Park

The world's highest leopard density. Also home to elephants, sloth bears and crocodiles.

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Mirissa

South Coast

Mirissa

Gorgeous crescent beach — Sri Lanka's top whale watching departure point.

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Polonnaruwa

Cultural Triangle

Polonnaruwa

A UNESCO-listed ancient capital with magnificent Buddhist shrines, palaces and moats.

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Nuwara Eliya

Hill Country

Nuwara Eliya

Little England in the clouds — Sri Lanka's highest city, ringed by world-famous tea estates.

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Trincomalee

East Coast

Trincomalee

One of the world's finest natural harbours — and home to stunning Nilaveli beach.

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Arugam Bay

East Coast

Arugam Bay

One of Asia's top surf spots, with a chilled-out vibe and world-class point breaks.

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Anuradhapura

Cultural Triangle

Anuradhapura

Sri Lanka's first ancient capital — a vast UNESCO site with towering dagobas and the sacred Bodhi Tree.

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Jaffna

North & Jaffna

Jaffna

The Tamil cultural capital of Sri Lanka — ancient kovils, island cycling, and a distinctive cuisine.

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