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Island Charm: A Journey Discovering Sri Lanka’s Timeless Beauty

22 Jan 2024

A tear-shaped island nestled in the lap of nature, with Indian Ocean on all sides, is the small country known as Ceylon, (Now Sri Lanka). It is precisely South West of Bay of Bengal, separated by the Palk Strait with India. 

The island nation also shares a maritime boundary with the Maldives.  The nation has a predominantly Buddhist influence, with other religions too being accepted like Tamils, the largest of the minorities. 

It has a population of about 25 million people and is home to many cultures, language and ethnicities’, thereby making it an ideal destination for the discerning tourist.

Interestingly, it is known as the “Granary of the East", as the geographical location with deep harbors has made it strategically important and is considered to be the “maritime silk route to the East”.  Little wonder, it is a hot favorite destination both for the business traveler and a holiday maker to take the Sri Lanka Tour.

The range of destinations in Sri Lanka is unlimited which include archaic temples, scenic backdrops, pristine beaches, re-run of the epic Ramayana religious sights, and not to forget surreal views of tea gardens of Central Sri Lanka.

Quite naturally, a question arises as to what would be the best time to visit the Island nation? To begin with being in close proximity to the equator, it enjoys a tropical climate all year around. 

Monsoons are indeed special as it throws up an opportunity to see lush greenery at its best despite warm, cool and sunny conditions.  The trend is visiting South and West of the countries between December and March and the Eastern Coastal regions and interior Sri Lanka between April to September.

Why is Sri Lanka an attractive destination?

  1. It has strong Historical and cultural ties with India.
  2. Travel to the island nation is comparatively cheap for Indians, due to its proximity with India.
  3. The stronger Indian rupee Vs. Sri Lankan rupee, makes travel affordable.
  4. Culinary delights of Sri Lanka have an array of food that would suit everyone.
  5. Friendly locals who are ever willing to render assistance and help, by nature.
  6. An additional mode of transport to reach by ferry was revived after a gap of 40 years. Services available from Nagapattinam to Kankesanthurai.  Another service is planned between Rameswaram and Talaimannar.
  7. Visa free entry for Indian tourists.

How many days would be ideal to cover Sri Lanka?

While there is no hard and fast rule, as to how many days would be sufficient to cover Sri Lanka; it all depends on the propensity of a tourist.  If religious tourism is a theme, a day or two extra would be sufficient.  However, from India, most tourist itineraries cover 4 Nights/ 5 days or if doing it at a slightly leisurely pace a 5 Nights/ 6 days would be sufficient.

What city in Sri Lanka holds a tourists interest?

Some of the cities that are famous as tourist destinations are Colombo, Kandy, Galle, Ella, Bentota Dambulla, Anuradhapura Kitulgala etc.,  For details of activities, duration Skyways associate would help.

Skyway International Travels Pvt Ltd. :

This agent is vastly experienced in organizing tours to the island country. Being a top travel operator in Bangalore totally sensitive to a travellers needs, they have the wherewithal to come up with a tour plan that matches customers’ needs.  Just get in touch with our executive on mobile no. 9845187717 or 9845172820 for a thrilling Sri Lanka holiday.

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