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Travel Guide to Sri Lanka

Published Date : 2022-01-31 02:21:50
Category : Travel Guide
Author : Admin

Sri Lanka is full of mysteries of magical beauties. Travelers often dream of a vacation in Sri Lanka. The culture, practices, languages, signs and traditions of this island are just as unique as its natural beauty.

Sri Lanka is a friendly country. Most locals have a welcoming attitude that makes you feel rejuvenated. Known as the "Pearl of the Indian Ocean", Sri Lanka is filled with breathtaking mountains and landscapes that will make you fall in love with the place.

Signs and languages are the most difficult to learn. Head nodding in Sri Lanka is often an ambiguous 'Yes' or a 'No'. Take your time and understand what the Sri Lankans say and how they say it. Do not worry if head wagging leads to a dinner invitation. People are incredibly kind and generous by nature.


Rice is an essential aspect of the quintessential Sri Lankan meal. Street food in Sri Lanka is delicious, but choose your meals wisely to avoid stomach upsets. Locals of Sri Lanka expect you to use your right hand to eat and wash your hands before every meal. Tea Lovers can quickly bond with the locals as Sri Lankans are crazy about their tea. Sri Lanka is a mecca for tea lovers and was previously known as Ceylon, after which the popular tea name is strained.

Nationals residing in Singapore, Seychelles and Maldives can visit Sri Lanks without visas. The rest of them must obtain a permit before planning a visit to Sri Lanka.

Even after civil wars and tsunamis, this island country has stood up to be one of the most peaceful countries in the world. This blog will be discussing the latest covid-19 protocols for those travelling to Sri Lanka and the best places to visit in this unique island destination.

Places to Visit in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is offering some extraordinary deals and offers for those planning to travel again. This month we bring forward to you some enchanting places along with the ultimate travel guide to help you save wisely if you end up visiting Sri Lanka.


Colombo

The commercial capital of Sri Lanka is filled with places reflecting the influences of modern architecture. Gangaramaya Temple is the perfect place to purify your mind, body and soul. The museum inside the temple will help you connect with the history of Sri Lanka, followed by some famous Buddha Statues. You can also visit the famous Colombo Fort. The fort is a financial, cultural and economic hub of the city. You don't want to do all this on an empty stomach. How about some local street food in Sri Lanka? Have a full plate of Isso Vadai with spicy chutneys, along with freshly cut veggies and onions. Isso Vadai can be found everywhere on this island and is very popular among Sri Lankans.


Kandy

Have you ever heard about the famous Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage? Yes! It is in Kandy. This place is also renowned for its spiritual significance in Sri Lanka. Visiting this place gives a beautiful glimpse of colonial buildings. Start your day by visiting the Temple of the Tooth and wander to the local streets enjoying the fresh coconut water and colourful fruit salads. Spare a day and watch the baby elephants splashing water everywhere by visiting Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage.


Nuwara Eliya

Explore "The Little England" inside Sri Lanka to get some fantastic views filling up your gallery with beautiful mountain backgrounds. You will witness the British influences, houses like Queen Ann style mansions. In the middle of the town, Victoria Park is a lovely place for a stroll or a picnic.

Visit Salmiya, a perfect destination to eat your favourite Italian cuisine.

Visit the famous Sita Ammoli Temple to witness the place where the demon king Ravana kept Sita captive according to the tales of Ramanaya. You will notice the statues of Lord Rama, Lakshamana, Hanuman, and Sugriva in this temple.

Do not miss the chance to witness Nuwara Eliya. Get in touch with us for a perfect holiday destination in Sri Lanka.


Bentota

The place got its name from the story of a demon named 'Bem' who is said to rule the riverbank of Bentota. This place will give you a lot of historical references - let us see some of these.

Visit the famous Brief Garden that was once home to Bevis Bawa, Sri Lanka's most significant architecture in the 1970s. Plan a safari at the Madu River to visit the mangroves. Visit the famous Kande Viharaya Temple to see the statues of Lord Buddha.

Drooling over these places? Thinking of planning your trip to Sri Lanka? Get in touch with Orbis Travels for more information.


Covid Protocols to follow in Sri Lanka

Omicron is rising again. Sri Lanka has introduced new guidelines that travelers should follow for the safety of all. Following are the latest travel guidelines for travelers planning to visit Sri Lanka.

  • Fully vaccinated travelers will not have to undergo quarantine after arriving in Sri Lanka.
  • Partially vaccinated travelers will undergo one PCR test and 14 days mandatory quarantine at a safe and secure Level 01 hotel.
  • Document proof is mandatory for fully vaccinated passengers. Certificates need to be in English and have exact names and dates of vaccination.
  • Tourists arriving via Sri Lanka Tourism are allowed to move between Safe & Secure Certified Level 01 hotels in a Bio-Secure Travel Bubble and visit approved cultural and heritage sites.
  • To know more about the latest Covid-19 protocol updates for Sri Lanka, visit the https://www.srilanka.travel page.

Last but not least

At the start of this blog, we have discussed the epic tale of Ramayana. Sri Lanka’s famous Seetha Amman Kovil Temple was allegedly where Sita lived after being kidnapped by Ravana during the exile of Lord Rama, Sita and Lord Lakshmana. The temple has Lord Rama, Sita, Lakshamana, Hanuman, and Sugriva statues. Look, if you don’t go for the mythology, go for the stunning architecture and expansive landscapes. You will thank me later.

Contact us for the best deals and packages to Sri Lanka. We specialize in offering luxury deals in and around India at affordable rates. Whether you travel individually or as a group, we will help you craft bespoke itineraries catered to your unique needs. You can directly contact our travel expert manank@orbisholidays.in to learn about the packages in detail.

Travel Guide to Sri Lanka

Published Date : 2022-01-31 02:21:50
Category : Travel Guide
Author : Admin

Sri Lanka is full of mysteries of magical beauties. Travelers often dream of a vacation in Sri Lanka. The culture, practices, languages, signs and traditions of this island are just as unique as its natural beauty.

Sri Lanka is a friendly country. Most locals have a welcoming attitude that makes you feel rejuvenated. Known as the "Pearl of the Indian Ocean", Sri Lanka is filled with breathtaking mountains and landscapes that will make you fall in love with the place.

Signs and languages are the most difficult to learn. Head nodding in Sri Lanka is often an ambiguous 'Yes' or a 'No'. Take your time and understand what the Sri Lankans say and how they say it. Do not worry if head wagging leads to a dinner invitation. People are incredibly kind and generous by nature.


Rice is an essential aspect of the quintessential Sri Lankan meal. Street food in Sri Lanka is delicious, but choose your meals wisely to avoid stomach upsets. Locals of Sri Lanka expect you to use your right hand to eat and wash your hands before every meal. Tea Lovers can quickly bond with the locals as Sri Lankans are crazy about their tea. Sri Lanka is a mecca for tea lovers and was previously known as Ceylon, after which the popular tea name is strained.

Nationals residing in Singapore, Seychelles and Maldives can visit Sri Lanks without visas. The rest of them must obtain a permit before planning a visit to Sri Lanka.

Even after civil wars and tsunamis, this island country has stood up to be one of the most peaceful countries in the world. This blog will be discussing the latest covid-19 protocols for those travelling to Sri Lanka and the best places to visit in this unique island destination.

Places to Visit in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is offering some extraordinary deals and offers for those planning to travel again. This month we bring forward to you some enchanting places along with the ultimate travel guide to help you save wisely if you end up visiting Sri Lanka.


Colombo

The commercial capital of Sri Lanka is filled with places reflecting the influences of modern architecture. Gangaramaya Temple is the perfect place to purify your mind, body and soul. The museum inside the temple will help you connect with the history of Sri Lanka, followed by some famous Buddha Statues. You can also visit the famous Colombo Fort. The fort is a financial, cultural and economic hub of the city. You don't want to do all this on an empty stomach. How about some local street food in Sri Lanka? Have a full plate of Isso Vadai with spicy chutneys, along with freshly cut veggies and onions. Isso Vadai can be found everywhere on this island and is very popular among Sri Lankans.


Kandy

Have you ever heard about the famous Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage? Yes! It is in Kandy. This place is also renowned for its spiritual significance in Sri Lanka. Visiting this place gives a beautiful glimpse of colonial buildings. Start your day by visiting the Temple of the Tooth and wander to the local streets enjoying the fresh coconut water and colourful fruit salads. Spare a day and watch the baby elephants splashing water everywhere by visiting Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage.


Nuwara Eliya

Explore "The Little England" inside Sri Lanka to get some fantastic views filling up your gallery with beautiful mountain backgrounds. You will witness the British influences, houses like Queen Ann style mansions. In the middle of the town, Victoria Park is a lovely place for a stroll or a picnic.

Visit Salmiya, a perfect destination to eat your favourite Italian cuisine.

Visit the famous Sita Ammoli Temple to witness the place where the demon king Ravana kept Sita captive according to the tales of Ramanaya. You will notice the statues of Lord Rama, Lakshamana, Hanuman, and Sugriva in this temple.

Do not miss the chance to witness Nuwara Eliya. Get in touch with us for a perfect holiday destination in Sri Lanka.


Bentota

The place got its name from the story of a demon named 'Bem' who is said to rule the riverbank of Bentota. This place will give you a lot of historical references - let us see some of these.

Visit the famous Brief Garden that was once home to Bevis Bawa, Sri Lanka's most significant architecture in the 1970s. Plan a safari at the Madu River to visit the mangroves. Visit the famous Kande Viharaya Temple to see the statues of Lord Buddha.

Drooling over these places? Thinking of planning your trip to Sri Lanka? Get in touch with Orbis Travels for more information.


Covid Protocols to follow in Sri Lanka

Omicron is rising again. Sri Lanka has introduced new guidelines that travelers should follow for the safety of all. Following are the latest travel guidelines for travelers planning to visit Sri Lanka.

  • Fully vaccinated travelers will not have to undergo quarantine after arriving in Sri Lanka.
  • Partially vaccinated travelers will undergo one PCR test and 14 days mandatory quarantine at a safe and secure Level 01 hotel.
  • Document proof is mandatory for fully vaccinated passengers. Certificates need to be in English and have exact names and dates of vaccination.
  • Tourists arriving via Sri Lanka Tourism are allowed to move between Safe & Secure Certified Level 01 hotels in a Bio-Secure Travel Bubble and visit approved cultural and heritage sites.
  • To know more about the latest Covid-19 protocol updates for Sri Lanka, visit the https://www.srilanka.travel page.

Last but not least

At the start of this blog, we have discussed the epic tale of Ramayana. Sri Lanka’s famous Seetha Amman Kovil Temple was allegedly where Sita lived after being kidnapped by Ravana during the exile of Lord Rama, Sita and Lord Lakshmana. The temple has Lord Rama, Sita, Lakshamana, Hanuman, and Sugriva statues. Look, if you don’t go for the mythology, go for the stunning architecture and expansive landscapes. You will thank me later.

Contact us for the best deals and packages to Sri Lanka. We specialize in offering luxury deals in and around India at affordable rates. Whether you travel individually or as a group, we will help you craft bespoke itineraries catered to your unique needs. You can directly contact our travel expert manank@orbisholidays.in to learn about the packages in detail.