Thanks to its inaccessibility to commercial logging, the Kingdom of the Lion continues to roar. This place which is officially known as the Sinharaja Forest Reserve, is a paradise for endemic species both for flora and fauna. It is not very easy to spot that inhabitants of this … [Read more...]
The Ancient and Sacred City of Anuradhapura
From a cutting of Buddha's fig tree, rose the Sacred City of Anuradhapura, so goes the story of one of the ancient cities of Sri Lanka. The ancient and sacred city of Anuradhapura is well-known for its well-preserved ruins of the country's ancient civilizations. It is believed … [Read more...]
Explore Sri Lanka’s Old Capital and Be in Peace
One old capital worth exploring in Sri Lanka is Anuradhapura. This used to be the capital of thte country until the 11th century AD. At that time, it wa one of the most durable centers of city life and political power in South Asia. Famous for its ruins of the ancient Lankan … [Read more...]
Touring Sri Lanka By Car
Sri Lanka is one country that promises an enriching and relaxing holiday experience for every visitor regardless of age. It was, in fact, voted by National Geographic as among the best travel destinations worth exploring. Situated off the tip of India, this tropical island … [Read more...]
Geoffrey Bawa’s Enchanting “Last House”
What a name- the Last House?! This enchanting villa is so named (only in Ceylon!) as it is the famous Geoffrey Bawa's last architectural masterpiece, if not his grandest. The Last House is located on the south coastline near Tangalle, a long six hour drive from Colombo- so we do … [Read more...]