Journey time 2

South

1.    Matara-160km

Drive:3-4hrs,Rail:4hrs

2.    Kalpitiya-160km

Drive:4-5hrs

3.    Hambanthota-238km

Drive:6-8hrs

4.    Beruwala-55km

Drive:1-2hrs

5.    Tangalle-195km

Drive:5-6hrs

6.    Galle-15km

Drive:3-4hrs,rail:4hrs,via express way:1hr

7.    Unawatuna-124km

Drive:2-3hrs,via express way:1hr

8.    Hikkaduwa-99km

Drive:2-4hrs,via express way-exit point:Baddegama:45min

9.    Benthota-64km

Drive:1-2hrs,via express way-exit point:Wallipanna:30min

Out and about 5

JOURNY TIMES FROM COLOMBO TO…………

HILL COUNTRY

1.      Kandy-                                                     116km

 Drive: 3-4hrs, rail: 3hrs

2.      Matale-                                                     142km

Drive: 3-5hrs, rail: 7hrs

3.      Badulla-                                                    230km

Drive: 6-8, rails: 12hrs

4.      Ella-                                                          205km

Drive: 6-7hrs

5.      Nuwara eliya-                                           180km

Drive: 4-6hrs

6.      Kitulgala-                                                   90km

Drive: 2-3hrs

7.      Bandarawela-                                           197km

Drive: 5-6hrs

Out and about 4

1.  Lahugala-Kithulana

318KM

This park contains the reservoirs of Lahugala, kithulan and Sengamuwa and is one of Sri Lanka’s smallest national parks. Located in the Eastern province it is an important habitat of elephants and endemic birds. Other mammals found here include toque macaques, tufted gray langurs, sloth bears, golden jackals leopards and beer

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Out and about 3

1.  Kumana

345KM

Kumana bird Sanctuary is well known for its wild life especially for the migratory birds. Painted storks, herons, egrets, Indian darters and little cormorants are prominent among these migratory birds. Black necked stork, one of the rarest birds in Sri Lanka, could also be seen in this area. Futhermore, deep in the jungle you will find a cave temple, Bambaragasthalawa and kumana village. Kumana village had been in existence before Panama village and was relocated in the 1990s. The village was self-sufficient and had cultivated land and fields irrigated by the kumana wewa.

2.  Yala

300KM

Yala national park is located in the south eastern region and extends over two provinces – Hambanthota district of southern province and Monaragala district in uva province. Yala is a rich hub for several species of wild life  and is home to a considerable population of elephants, leopards and reptiles. The park is rich in birdlife and around 130 species have been recorded. During the north-east monsoon, the lagoons are visited by thousands of migrating waterfowl, including pintail, garganey, Eurasian curlew, whimbrel and turn stone, which mix with the residents such as whistling duck, yellow wattled lapwing, red wattled lapwing and great stone plover.

3.  Kaudulla

197KM

Kaudulla national park is located in the polonnaruwa district. Historically Kaudulla was one of the 16 irrigation tanks built by king Mahasen. Today it harbours a variety of plant and animal life and is an important bird sanctuary as well. Herbs of elephants may be observed here, especially in September when they arrive in search of food and water. Other animals include Sambar deer, wild deer, sloth bears and leopards, Large water birds such as spot-billed pelican and lesser adjutant also visit the kaudulla tank.

4.  Udawalawe

165KM

5.    Udawalawe lies in the Sabaragamuwa and Uva provinces and is famous for its large elephant can be seen at any given time and day. The park is also famous for birdlife. Crested serpent eagle, changeable hawk eagle, white-bellied sea eagle and grey-headed fishing eagle are the main raptors found in the park

Out and about 2

1.  Omanthai

227KM

Located in the Vavuniya district in the Northern Province. Life is once again returning to this small town. Paddy fields and lush greenery surround the area the constant hustle of vehicles and people going back and forth provide a new life to the once silent town.

2.  Gal oya

265KM

This serves as the main catchment area for the Senanayake Samudraya, the largest reservoir in Sri Lanka, and I s home to a wealth of flora and fauna including rare herbs used in Ayurveda medicine. Elephant can be witnessed here throughout the year and from march to july herbs of elephant swimming from one island to another in the great reservoir is a sight to be seen. Other inhabitants of the park include the axis deer, sambar deer, leopards, toque monkeys, wild boars, mugger crocodiles and star tortoises. More than 150 species of resident and migratory birds are to be found here along with a number of butterfly species.

3.  Somawathiya

266KM

A national park designated under the Mahaveli River Development project, Somawathiya national park is rich in both nature and culture. With a number of fertile villus, it is an important protected area of the wetland system of the mahaveli river flood plains. Apart from a large number of elephants, the park is also home to jackals, fishing cats, wild boar, water buffalo and leopards. The somawathiya chaithya, a stupa said to contain a relic of the tooth of the Buddha, is situated within the park

4.  Passekudah

294KM

The unspoilt beaches of passekudah and its calm water are a treat to the discerning traveler. Located in the east coast of Sri Lanka, a visit to the shores of passekudah is an experience in itself. The colures of passekudah attest to its sensual lure. Turquoise seas, azure skies and golden beaches await those who visit passekudah’s shallow coastline with its weak currents and almost still waters

Out and About

As a tourist there are some places in the Sri Lanka Definitely you must see. May be you have seen these places before. May be not. Doesn’t matter today I will post some interesting information about those places. May be they will be important to you. What are the places you must see in Sri Lanka?

·        Wasgamuwa

·       Alankudah

·       Bundala

·       Omanthai

·       Gal oya

·       Somawathiya

·       Passe kudah

·       Kumana

·       Kaudulla

·       Yala

·       Uda walawe

·       Lahugala Kithulana

·       Lunugam wehera

·       Hortan plains

·       Doric house

·       Panama

·       Arugam Bay

·       Minneriya

1.   Wasgamuwa

233KM

Wasgamuwa is the only national park in the central province,declared as a protected area where Sri Lankan elephant can be seen in large herds. It is also an important bird area in sri lanka.The name Wasgamuwa has being derived from the words “ Walasgamuwa”. Walasa means Sloth Bear in sri lanka and “gamuwa” means a wood.

2.   Alankudah

167KM

In the kalpitiya peninsula. Alankudah is a quiet retreat. With a secluded beach strip. High winds for kite surfing conditions, deep waters home to large pods of spinner dolphins and the bar reef coral plate are among the many attractions in the vicinity. While the Norochcholai power plant and the wind turbines serve as striking land marks, crop cultivation is a way of life here and provide ample source of fresh produce for the many resorts and hotels in the region.

3.   Bundala

245KM via Rathnapura

The thorny scrub jungle is located in the Hambanthota district and harbors a plethora of wildlife. It is home to a total of 383 plant species and 32 different species of mammals. A drive through the park will reveal spotted deer, the rare pangolin, grey languor monkeys, sloth bears, jackals, crocodiles and to the extra vigilant-leopards. Bird-watchers will be delighted to find that bundala wetland system lay claims to a rich bird life with approximately 197 species, including several species of migratory waterfowl. This has led to the declaration of the park as Sri Lanka’s first Ramsar wet land. It is also declared as a man and biosphere reserve by UNESCO

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is a one of most beautiful countries  in the world.Every one are known obout that

There are 4 nations in Sri Lanka;They are

• Sinhala
• Tamil
• Muslims
• Burger

                         It glad to say after 30 years war they all are living together(I mean these 4 nations).If they had little problems they settle them peacefully.As a Sri Lankan i feel lot of proud!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

that because we have beautiful environment.Our nature is very beautiful.If you didn't see it i will show it

                                                                  

                                                                  Beauty of Sri Lanka 

  

                                               

                                                 

Sri Lanka

                                                                   Beauty of Sri Lanka

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