The Cultural Triangle of Sri Lanka

sri lanka cultural triangle

Sri Lanka is a relatively small country and has a lot to offer to archaeological and history lovers with several beautiful and well maintained archaeological sites with 8 of them listed on the UNESCO World Heritage. The most important ones are situated in a zone called the cultural triangle or golden triangle formed by Anarudhapura, … Read more

Sri Lanka Tea Plantations

Sri Lanka tea plantations: history [dropcap]T[/dropcap]he history of tea plantations  (Camellia sinensis) in Sri Lanka is quite  an interesting one. After cinnamon, coffee was for 200 years was the lucrative crop on the island of Ceylon controlled by the British Empire . In 1869, crops were devastated by a fungi called Hemileia vastatrix and by … Read more

Travel Tips Sri Lanka

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 Last update: May 2024 The ongoing economic crisis, which led to Sri Lanka’s bankruptcy in 2022, has caused substantial price increases across various sectors compared to our last visit in 2019. Accommodation, transportation, and food costs have all risen significantly. Despite these challenges, traveling in Sri Lanka remains an affordable option, with numerous opportunities for … Read more

Sri Lanka Photography Tips: 10 Expert Secrets for Better Pictures

tips to take better pictures in Sri Lanka by Laurent Dambies

[dropcap]S[/dropcap]ri Lanka offers an impressive number of photo locations for photography enthusiasts and travelers, both on and off the beaten path.In the morning, you can take photos of the sun rising behind a fog-shrouded mountain, and in the evening witness capture a vibrant red sunset at the beach. We hope these 10 photography tips will … Read more