10 Good Reasons to Visit Sri Lanka

By TravelWiseApr 24, 2015 19:57 PMOther
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10 Good Reasons to Visit Sri Lanka
10 Good Reasons to Visit Sri Lanka

This island is a perfect destination for a fun packed and relaxing vacation. It has something for everyone – right from adventure sports to relaxing beaches to mesmerizing temples. Formerly known as Ceylon, Sri Lanka is located in the majestic Indian Ocean.

It has become a popular tourist country owing to the dynamic and versatile nature of the activities and experiences it has to offer. The best part about spending your holidays here is that the island is small and one can get all kinds of activities and tourist options without spending a lot of time on travelling from one place to another. One can easily find accommodation in Sri Lanka that suit all kinds of travellers.

Need more reasons to visit Sri Lanka, here are 10 for you:

1. Diverse Landscapes This small island presents you diversity of scenic places to visit.  This pearl shaped island also offers you an array of geographical landscapes diverse in natures. It has exalting tropical beaches, exciting dense forests, rocky coves and a number of serene water bodies. The beach resorts in Sri Lanka are perfect for all – whether you are travelling alone, with family or on your honeymoon. One of the beach resorts in Sri Lanka which offers exciting honeymoon packages is Vivanta by Taj – Bentota.

2. Culture Sri Lanka is a multi cultural country owing to the presence of the various ethnic and religious groups that co- exist here. Learn more about the local culture by spending time with the local people.  The warm and loving nature of the Sri Lankans will melt you heart away.  They are a hospitable community who take very good care of their guests.

3. Architectural Heritage Sri Lanka is home to some wonderful architectural, archaeological and historical marvels. There are six such spots that are recognized as World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. Catch a glimpse of the history of this island by visiting the forts, museums and streets that have impeccable architectural structures.

6. Spas and Ayurvedic Treatments Rejuvenate your mind and body with holistic Ayurvedic treatments. Bid goodbye to your tired and weary bodies with a revitalizing spa in Sri Lanka. There are a variety of spa treatments and Ayurvedic body massages and baths for relaxing and healing you bodies and minds.  Many honeymoon hotels in Sri Lanka offer couple massages and spa treatments within their compounds itself.

7. Thrilling Adventure Sports Along with the scenic spots, mouth-watering food and Ayurveda, Sri Lanka also brings a plethora of adventure sports to the table making it a dynamic destination.  Feel the adrenaline rush as you perform these adventure activities along the beautiful coasts. Some of the adventure sports to try out here are wind-surfing, water-skiing, surfing, sailing, scuba-diving (including wreck-diving), snorkeling, rafting, hiking and trekking.

8. Heavenly Food Thanks to the different types of vegetables, fruits, spices and rice being cultivated here, Sri Lanka offers a delightful cuisine.  Treat your taste buds with a variety of sumptuous Sri Lankan curries eaten with the staple rice.

Bonus: Visa can be obtained online!

Compare to majority of the countries, where you have to visit the local embassy to get the visa stickers on your passport, Sri Lanka Immigration has instroduced the Electronic Travel Authorization system (so called ETA) since 2012. Travelers can obtain the visa to Sri Lanka online. It is linked to your passport electronically. Upon arrival, you just need to show your passport to the Immigration officer. ETA is usually valid for 6 months with 2 entries; for each entry, travelers can stay in the country for 30 days. For more information, please read here srilankavisa.org.

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