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10/08/2020

Titled as the second-highest waterfall in Sri Lanka with a staggering height of 720 feet (220 meters), Diyaluma falls is undoubtedly one of the most majestic waterfalls this little island is proud to possess!
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Located in the town of Koslanda in the district of Badulla, Diyaluma falls is a six-hour-long journey from Colombo and can be reached via the Colombo-Badulla highway. The Falls are oft-visited due to the fact that the foot of it is just an hour away from Ella, which is Sri Lanka's hottest tourist spot. Since the fall is situated in the midst of Koslanda, the city brims with friendly locals waiting to accompany you on your escapade, whether it is just to offer directions or to take you on a journey of a lifetime all the way to the top!

Photcredits: The Common Wanderer - Travel Blog

20/07/2020

Unawatuna is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Sri Lanka. It has the most beautiful beaches and is the ideal location for a beach stay which is an hour ride from the capital city of Colombo.
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The main beach at Unawatuna is popular with both tourists and locals. The wide stretched beaches offer some good swimming and a part of the beach is occupied with sunbeds to rent. On the west end of the beach, there is a little walk to a pagoda statue overlooking the bay.
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The beach is directly connected to the city center with loads of little restaurants and bars. There is a great beach vibe going on here even after sunset, and is a must visit. The most Instagrammable place of Sri Lanka is without a doubt the beach swing at Wijaya Beach which is also a must visit place.

30/06/2020

Ayurveda and wellness - immerse yourself in the customary and antiquated Ayurveda treatments in Sri Lanka that will rejuvenate your psyche, body, and soul. It is of various types and some of its benefits in addition are prevention of aging process, correction, improvement of eyesight, nourishment of tissues, prolonged lifespan, and much more. It is said that Ayurvedic herbs and customary yoga are intense guides to expand the body's immunity against harmful viruses. “Ayurveda” is not only a form of medication – it is a way of life known to generations of Sri Lankans for over 3000 years.

As the world scrambles to find a cure for Covid-19, health specialists have recommended boosting the body’s immune system may help minimize the effects and h...

24/06/2020

Kalpitiya

Kalpitiya is located in the Puttlam District, and is known for its natural environment. It consists of 14 islands and is now developing as a tourist destination. Situated at the apex of the Coconut triangle, Puttlam is the second largest Coconut producer of the country and is the main salt producer of the country. Tabbowa, a fertile land for agriculture records the highest paddy production per acre.

Bio-diversity at Kalpitiya peninsula
Kalpitiya peninsula is rich with biodiversity: a Bar Reef Marine Sanctuary, lagoons, virgin forests, fauna & flora, mangroves, exotic bird life, sea turtles, dolphins and whales. The Kalpitiya peninsula is to the west in the Indian Ocean making it the ideal view point for dolphin watching.

The Kalpitiya Integrated Development Project
The Kalpitiya Integrated Development Project (KITDP) in its blue prints of grand design has earmarked fourteen unspoilt islands out of the numerous small islands to be developed as resorts to generate environment friendly sustainable tourism.

While this global pandemic has forced all of us to stay at home and reminisce the joy and thrill of travelling, we at Hayleys Tours wait eagerly to assist you when plan your next holiday in Sri Lanka!!

15/06/2020

Visit our stunning home with Hayleys Tours!!😍😍😍

10/06/2020

Join Amith Sumanapala, CEO / Director of Hayleys Tours and other industry experts in a discussion of "Reimagining the Tourism journey ahead - Sri Lanka" on Thursday, 11th June at 1pm local time.

Register via - https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lcICMuFGTSaAn2YPNN7PmA

07/06/2020

Ratnayake, a cafe owner in Ella, a former colonial hill station in Sri Lankan tea country, organized free food and shelter for dozens of stranded tourists.

Hospitality doesn't always come with a price tag 🙏🏼

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka — The tourists came to see the magical waterfalls and mountain views of the lowland jungle and rainforest. But then the pandemic hit, and they were stranded in Sri Lanka. When fl…

04/06/2020

Where to next? SRI LANKA - An all year round sunshine Destination!!😍

Life in Sri Lanka is dictated by the sea. Monsoon winds create the seasons, rainbow colored fishing boats deliver the bounty of the Indian ocean to the nation's tables and tropical surf washes endlessly against the island's golden beaches. If you're a lover of sunshine and sand, get ready to travel to an island where it's summer all year round!
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Life in Sri Lanka is dictated by the sea. Monsoon winds create the seasons, rainbow colored fishing boats deliver the bounty of the Indian ocean to the natio...

28/05/2020

Know your Sri Lankan History;

History of Anuradhapura

Founded around 5th Century BC, Anuradhapura is the oldest city in the Cultural Triangle and Sri Lanka’s first capital lasting for about 1500 years until the 10th century AD. Anuradhapura was first settled by Anuradha, a follower of Prince Vijaya the founder of the Sinhala race. Later, it was made the Capital by King Pandukabhaya at about 380 B.C. Anurdhapura today is a UNESCO World Heritage site, home to preserved ruins, renovated Buddhist monuments and massive rainwater reservoirs.

The Sri Maha Bodhiya
One of the most visited places in the city is the Sri Maha Bodhi or the sacred bo tree, a slender fig or Ficus religiosa supported by iron crutches is the oldest historically documented tree on earth, this grew from a sapling taken over 2,200 years ago from the very same tree under which Lord Buddha gained enlightenment.

Ruwanwelisaya Stupa:
Considered to be an icon of architectural glory in ancient Sri Lanka, Ruwanwelisaya is one of the world’s tallest monuments, standing at 103 m (338 ft.) and with a circumference of 290 m (951 ft.) And also holds a place as one of the Solosmasthana (the 16 sacred sites of veneration) and the Atamasthana (the eight sacred sites in the ancient sacred city of Anuradhapura), which are places believed to have been visited by Buddha during his three visits to Sri Lanka.

Jetavanaramaya Stupa:
Built by king Mahasen and completed by his son Sirimeghavanna, in 273 -301 AD, Jethavanaramaya is documented as the largest sthupa in Sri Lanka, with a height over 400 feet it is considered to be one of the tallest stupas in the world, largest brick building ever built and 3rd largest structure.

Mihintale:
Mihintale in 3rd century BC was a thick jungle inhabited by wild animals and utilised as hunting grounds by the royals. It is also believed to be the place in which the presence of Buddhism was inaugurated in Sri Lanka by king Devanamapiyatissa.

While this global pandemic has forced all of us to stay at home and reminisce the joy and thrill of travelling, we at Hayleys Tours wait eagerly to assist you when plan your next holiday in Sri Lanka!!

27/05/2020

Culinary journey of YouTube sensation Luke Martin from Chopstick Travel during his visit to Sri Lanka last year.

The Teardrop of India or Pearl of the Indian Ocean are among many nicknames for Sri Lanka. But a more accurate description of the gorgeous nation might be the Island of Rice and Curry. 🌶

Spices, flavours and a party for the taste buds is what Sri Lankan food is all about! 🙊