When one thinks of a tranquil and exotic South Asian experience, there are only a few that can compete with the Sri Lankan experience. Sri Lanka, an island nation just south of India, is one of the region’s most iconic tourist destinations. Its rich culture and history, world renowned archeological sites, breath-taking beaches, awe-inspiring natural beauty, and warm hospitality make Sri Lanka a destination like no other. To make your Sri Lanka holidays that much more special and memorable engage in the services of Nkar Travel House.
The central provinces of Sri Lanka are known as the Hill Country owing to its mountainous topography and high altitude. Sri Lanka’s hill country is widely regarded as being one of the most scenic and tranquil regions in South Asia, as its breath-taking sights, unique attractions and rich history are unparalleled.
Sri Lanka’s Hill Country encompasses a large area, and includes popular destinations such as Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Peradeniya, Badulla, and Haputale. The hill country is most notable for its stunning beauty, as it is home to several mountain ranges covered with luscious greenery and tea plantation. The hill country is great for trekking and other adventure activities and the panoramic views from some of the mountain tops are stunning. One of the best ways to absorb the beauty of the hill country is to take the Udarata Menike or Podi Menike trains, which depart from Colombo through the hill country to Badulla. The views and sights you will see along the way are assured to mesmerize you. Other highlights of the hill country include the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy and its annual procession in July, the many tea plantations and tea factories, the exotic and mystical Hortan Plains and World’s End, the Buduruwagala Temple, the Bambarakanda and Diyaluma Waterfalls, the Singharaja Forest Reserve and the numerous relics of the ancient Sinhalese kingdoms and Buddhist temples. All in all, the hill country of Sri Lanka is assured to give you an experience of a life time!
Caleb Falcon is a travel writer who specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers. Google+
