Sri Lanka’s premier dry zone man made jungle The IFS-Popham’s Arboretum is the only preserved dry zone arboretum in Sri Lanka. It was created in 1963 by Sam Popham on 7.5 acres of scrub jungle and abandoned ‘Chena’ land. Popham established his arboretum in the geographical center of the island, Dambulla. Apart from the many...Read More
Perfect fusion of Buddhist and Hindu Architecture Nalanda Gedige is one of the most fascinating and mysterious archeological masterpieces of ancient Sri Lanka, which is located in Nalanda, close to Matale and Dambulla. It is considered to be the centre of Sri Lanka and its structure resembles a South Indian Temple as well as Buddhist...Read More
A glimpse into prehistoric Sri Lanka Sri Lanka is known as a fascinating island for its archeological treasures of prehistoric civilization. One of the places where you can understand the society and lifestyle of the ancient Sri Lankans is the ancient habitation site and burial ground in Ibbankatuwa which is considered as one of the...Read More
Through the Iron wood Forest to the Rose Quartz Mountain The Jathika Namal Uyana is the largest iron wood forest and largest pink quartz mountain in Asia. It is situated near the villages of Ulpathagama and Galkiriyagama in the Dambulla area just 7 kilometres away from Madatugama junction of Colombo-Anuradhapura highway. The Iron wood forest...Read More
A place to see and taste tropical veggies and fruits If you are curious to know the varieties of vegetables and fruits that are grown and sold in Sri Lanka, you should pay a visit to the Dambulla Economic Centre. It is the largest vegetables and fruits wholesale market in Sri Lanka. The vibrant colours...Read More
The Golden Temple of Dambulla The Rangiri Dambulla Cave temple is the largest and best-preserved cave temple in Sri Lanka which is an outstanding example of the religious art and expression of Sri Lanka and Southeast Asia. The Dambulla Cave Temple which was known as Jumbukola Vihara is a complex of five cave temples with...Read More
Perfect destination for hikers and climbers Situated a few kilometers north of Sigiriya is a towering rock known as Pidurangala which is a popular hiking spot. Pidurangala is a 200 meter tall massive rock formation which has an interesting history closely related to Sigiriya Rock Fortress. The name “Pidurangala” meaning offered piles of Gold is...Read More
Sri Lanka’s Lion Fortress “At Sigiriya, of abundant splendor, situated on the island of we saw, in happy mood, the rock that captivates the mind of all people who come here.” Sigiriya rock plateau is a perfect example of harmony between nature and human imagination. It is also titled as the eighth wonder of the...Read More
