Sri Lanka, the pearl of the Indian Ocean, has been a popular tourist destination due to the fine mix of scenic beauty, ancient history and rich culture it showcases. Travelling across this beautiful island exposes you to a plethora of climates, landscapes and cultures every couple of hours or so.
A perfect holiday in Paradise Island will have you relaxing by the beach, exploring wildlife, admiring scenic beauty, immersing yourself in the local cultures and checking out ancient ruins. Comfortable accommodation and world class service simply sweeten the deal. Due to its status as a premier tourist destination, in Sri Lanka hotels are aplenty, ranging from budget lodges to luxury hotels. Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts offer accommodation spaces spread across the island placing you smack in the middle of many of Sri Lanka’s attractions.
Colombo, the country’s economic capital delivers immensely in terms of shopping (shopping malls, clothing stores and much more), entertainment (drama, cinema and music), dining (fast food, fusion and fine dining) and nightlife (pubs and nightclubs).
Towns such as Beruwala, Bentota, Hikkaduwa and Trincomalee showcase beautiful beaches and set the stage for a perfect beach holiday. Bask in the sun, enjoying the golden sands and coconut trees while having each of your whims taken care of by the hotel staff. Activities such as surfing, snorkelling, turtle watching, whale watching and dolphin watching are not to be missed.
Habarana is located within close proximity to the ancient medieval kingdoms of Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa and Sigirya. The first two cities are home to ruins of palaces and temples built centuries ago, while Sigiriya is a fortress built on a lion-shaped rock, famous for its design and frescoes.
Kandy, Sri Lanka’s last kingdom is known for the Dalada Maligawa or Temple of the Tooth. One of Lord Buddha’s teeth is kept in this temple. The city has other highlights such as the Udawattakele Forest reserve which is ideal for trekking.
Shehera Fioni is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Catalina Forbes. Her content is based on many thrilling escapades offered to travellers across the world.
