Day trip to Galle & Bentota (Full day)
Proceed in the morning in a southerly direction passing beach resorts towards the city of Galle past the scenic drive along the coastal belt of Sri Lanka. Arrive at the Dutch Walled City of Galle.
A city of Old World of charm with a natural Harbour famous for lace making, ebony carving & gem polishing. Thereafter proceed to the beach resort for lunch. After a visit to the Turtle Hatchery Return to Colombo. (Optional cruise on the Madhu River in Balapitiya) Day trip to Pinnawela Kandy-
Leave for the City of ?Senkadagalapura,? today known as Kandy and is a World Heritage City lies in a triangular valley surrounded by mountains, Green velvet tea plantations covering the hills, and the river Mahaweli, the longest river in the country. Now the city has been turned into a modern commercialized city as the capital of the central province with many monuments of the past, Kandy is now a thrilling mixture of the old and the new. Most of the old structures either have been rehabilitated or are still in its original state, such as the ancient religious monuments which continue as living monuments. En-route stop at Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage Arrive at 09:15hrs on time to see the baby elephants being fed with milk. At 10:00hrs the entire heard is taken to the river for a bath. Continue journey to Kandy. Visit
Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens? a 147 acre garden with more than 5,000 species of trees and plants, beautiful orchid house and spice section. See also the many species of birds found in the park. Visit for City of ?Senkadagalapura? today known as Kandy is a World Heritage City lies in a triangular valley surrounded by mountains, Green velvet tea plantations covering the hills, and the river Mahaweli, the longest river in the country. Now the city has been turned into a modern commercialized city as the capital of the central province with many monuments of past, Kandy is now thrilling mixture of the old and the new. Most of the old structures either have been rehabilitated or are still in its original use, such as the ancient religious monuments which continue as living monuments. Visit the "Dalada Maligawa" where the Sacred Tooth Relic is placed and preserved is undoubtedly the greatest attraction of the city. It is one of the most sacred places for Buddhists all over the world. 19:00 hrs watch an ancient cultural rituals and ceremonies which are being started in the 4the century and performed daily with great devotion. Walk to the Royal Palace complex ?Raja Wasala?, Council Chamber known as ?Magul Maduwa? an unique Wooden pillared hall dated from 1784 and Devale complexes. Visit the shops for Batiks Handicraft & Jewellery.Return to Colombo.
Day Trip to Sigiriya Dambulla
Visit Sigiriya to climb the famous Sigiriya Rock Fortress- which is among the 7 World Heritage Sites of Sri Lanka. One of Asia?s major archaeological sites which presents a unique conventration of 5th century urban planning, architecture, gardening, engineering, hydraulic technology and art. The Apsara paintings are the most famous features of the Sigiriya complex gives an outstanding example of the classical school of Sri Lankan painting. The Lion staircase, palace on the summit, Mirror wall, and beautifully designed Water garden has made landscape a remarkable one in the world. In extent of 1.2 hectare top of the rock of Sigiriya is a mosaic of low brick walls, terraces, platforms and pools carved out of solid rock. Thereafter proceed to Dambulla - The Golden Mountain Temple, was a monastic settlement as early as the 2nd century BC which is now among the seven World Heritage Sites of Sri Lanka. The rock rises over 400 ft. above its surroundings and consists of 5 cave temples spread out of about 50 acres. There you could see one of the richest collections of 154 Sri Lankan sculpture in the form of a large number of Buddha images in standing, seated & recumbent postures as well as a few outstanding figures of gods. Well preserved massive wall and Ceiling Paintings covering 22,000 sq. ft. has made this temple complex more important to the world.Visit the shops for Batiks & Handicraft & Jewellery. Return to Colombo.
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