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Sigiriya: The Majestic Rock Fortress of Sri Lanka
Rising 200 metres above the plains, King Kashyapa’s 5th-century fortress holds frescoes, a mirror wall of ancient graffiti, and water gardens that still work.
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Practical writing about travelling Sri Lanka — when to go, what it costs, what to pack and what is genuinely worth your time. Written by the people who guide these trips.
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Culture
Kandy Esala Perahera: The Festival of the Tooth Relic
Ten nights of decorated elephants, Kandyan dancers, drummers and fire performers, in honour of a relic that has been in Sri Lanka since the 4th century.
Planning
How to Choose a Sri Lanka Tour Agency
Seven things worth checking before you send money to a company on the other side of the world — including the one most travellers skip.
Planning
Building a Sri Lanka Itinerary
From the iconic Sigiriya Rock to the beaches of Mirissa — how to structure a trip so you see the island rather than the inside of a vehicle.
Experiences
The Kandy to Ella Train Ride
One hundred and sixty kilometres through tea country, past waterfalls and over the Nine Arches Bridge. Often called the most scenic rail journey in the world.
Destinations
Kandy Travel Guide
The last kingdom of Sri Lanka — the Temple of the Tooth, the cultural show, the lake and the botanical gardens, in a city ringed by misty hills.
Practical
Beach Clothes for Women — Sri Lanka
What actually works on Sri Lanka’s coast: breathable fabrics, cover-ups that double as sun protection, and what to pack for a beachfront wedding.
Practical
How to Apply for a Sri Lanka Tourist Visa
The e-visa, the on-arrival visa and what each requires — so the first hour of your holiday isn’t spent in a queue.
Planning
The Best Time to Go to Sri Lanka
Two monsoons mean somewhere on the island is always in good weather. Here is which coast, which month, and why the answer depends on what you want to do.
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