1251. Udawalawe National Park - Home to Elephants
August 30, 2012
Udawalawe National Park is located about 200 km towards the Southeast of Colombo and is situated on the boundaries of Sabaragamuwa and Uva Province. It is a national park which was built on the 30 June 1972 on the motive of providing a sanctuary for wild animals who lost home after the creation o...
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1252. Maldivian Dancing
August 30, 2012
The Maldivian culture has close affinity to that of north Indian and Sri Lanka. Their close geographical locations have made it possible to have close relations among the nations from the beginning of time. The music and dance of Maldives has been influenced by the rich and vibrant colour of both...
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1253. Southern Beaches - The Golden Sands and Crystal Seas of Sri Lanka
August 30, 2012
Sri Lanka has always been known as a paradise isle on the Indian Ocean. Its greatest blessing above all is its long stretches of golden beaches that make it the ultimate destination for entertainment and relaxation.
Sri Lanka’s most popular holidaying spots lie along its coasts and...
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1254. Japanese Peace Pagoda Unawatuna
August 30, 2012
Atop the wooded Rumassala Hill, the subject of many a legend including a spot in the fabled Hindu Epic the Ramayana, the Japanese Peace Pagoda built by the Japanese Nipponzan Myohoji Buddhist Order in 2004 is one of five stupas built in Sri Lanka and one of 80 built around the world towards fo...
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1255. The Fortress in the Sky
August 30, 2012
Situated at the very heart of Sri Lanka is a great rock reaching 200 meters into the sky, ‘Sihagiri’ later to be known as Sigiriya, became the rock fortress of King Kasyapa in the 5th century AD. This architectural marvel can safely be called one of the most magnificent of the ancient buildings i...
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1256. The Lama Temple - Peace is best found at a religious place
August 30, 2012
Lama Temple which is also popularly known as the Yonghe Temple or the Yonghe lamasery is a monastery which teaches Buddhism and located in Beijing China. It is one of the major places in the world which is considered as an institution for Tibetan Buddhism. The temple was built in the year 1694 an...
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1257. Bhodhirajarama Maha Vihare - A Temple in a Beach Town
August 30, 2012
With white sandy beaches and all year round sunshine, Negombo in Sri Lanka provides you with an ideal tropical vacation. This coastal town is located just 37km from the Bandaranaike International Airport, thus giving easy access to visitors. When in this city you can witness how the fishermen dep...
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1258. Bitexco Financial Tower in Ho Chi Minh City
August 30, 2012
Being the rising star in the Far-east, Vietnam is a popular destination amongst those seeking an Asian experience. Its capital city features a range of attractions for visitors to discover. The new addition to Ho Chi Minh City, the Bitexco Financial Tower, has redefined the skyline of this Vietna...
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1259. Top Attractions in Sri Lanka- Pearl of the Indian Ocean
August 30, 2012
Attractions here are a plenty. Each city features its own unique style and attractions. Generally attractions in Sri Lanka can be divided into several categories: beaches, history and cultural heritage, and natural heritage.
For most the beaches are the most significant aspect. Al...
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1260. Snorkeling Trip to Pigeon Islands Trincomalee
August 30, 2012
One of the two marine national parks in Sri Lanka, Pigeon Islands a mere 1 km off the east coast is popular among tourists and locals for its pristine beauty and wide expanse of coral reef. The calm blue waters and wide belt of untouched sandy beaches of Trincomalee has made it a popular touri...
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Author: Pushpitha Wijesinghe
