22/08/2015
`Dreamland Sri Lanka
After many name changes over the millenniums, the name Sri Lanka meaning Holy Resplendent has been given to our splendid island ultimately and it seems to be most fitting in every sense.
Sri Lanka that came under the influences of three main foreign rulers and having received its independence in the year 1948 from the last ruler Great Britain is today a Peoples’ Democratic Republic that is making its way up hill in a journey of progress.
Sri Lanka, an island in the Indian Ocean is situated southwest of the Bay of Bengal, and lies between latitudes 5° and 10°N, and longitudes 79° and 82°E. Sri Lanka is separated from the subcontinent (India) by the Gulf of Mannar and the Palk Strait.
With the advantage of having natural harbors, the island not only became an anchorage point for the early maritime merchants but also became a popular stop for trading and gathering supplies and merchandise for the traders that made their long and challenging voyages that were powered by the monsoon winds.
Due to the many attractions that Sri Lanka has been blessed with in the forms of Nature, Culture, Culture, Scenic beauty, the irresistible Sunny Beaches and many more, this island has turned out to be a hot spot as a tourist destination.
Many thousands of tourists from all parts of the globe visit Sri Lanka each year seeking fulfillment of their expectations. Even though their expectations may vary in great ways, they are rest assured of satisfaction and fulfillment of their expectations as Sri Lanka has something for everyone no matter what their interests are.
Beaches being a common interest of almost all tourists, the dream beaches of Sri Lanka are certain of satisfying any beach lover.
Whilst enjoying a relaxing on the beaches, one could also visit fishing villages where dolphin and whale watching could be arranged.
A visit to the Cultural Triangle containing cultural and heritage sites will undoubtedly enlighten the visitor on the splendor and glory of civilization that existed in the very early ages of Sri Lanka.
The hill country in the central region of the island is indeed a surprise to all visitors as they drive up to altitudes above 6000 feet from sea level. This experience is indeed a remarkable and a memory inspiring one.
For the nature lover, Sri Lanka has much to offer due to the diversity of climatic conditions that prevail from region to region although she is a tropical island so small in size. A large variety of animals, birds, rivers and waterfalls waits to be witnessed by the enthusiasts.
The ancient art of Ayurveda Medical Treatment practiced in Sri Lanka is also another reason that motivates many visitors to select Sri Lanka their tour destination.
Challenging events of adventure are in plenty for the daring and adventurous whilst in Sri Lanka. Cave exploration, mountains climbing. Mountain biking, Jungle trekking, white water rafting, camping and safaris are some of the events to be tried.
As much as some cities of Sri Lanka are quite developed and resemble cities in other countries that are more developed, there are also many rural villages that continue at a stress free pace preserving their customs and traditions. If this would interest the visitor, excursions could be made where you will be teleported into the bye gone ages of Sri Lanka when Splendor and Grandeur prevailed.
With all this and more, it is no surprise why Sri Lanka is such a popular tourist destination……..
