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 🖊️   Mihintale  is a mountain peak near  Anuradhapura  in  Sri Lanka . It is believed by Sri Lankans to be the site of a meeting between the Buddhist monk  Mahinda  and King  Devanampiyatissa  which inaugurated the presence of Buddhism in Sri Lanka. It is now a pilgrimage site, and the site of several religious monuments and abandoned structures. Approximately 12.5 km (7.8 mi) east of  Anuradhapura , close to the  Anuradhapura  -  Trincomalee  Road is situated the "Missaka Pabbata" which is 1,000 feet (300 m) in height and is one of the peaks of a mountainous range. According to  Dipavamsa  and  Mahavamsa , Thera  Mahinda  came to Sri Lanka from  India  on the full moon day of the month of Poson (June) and met King  Devanampiyatissa  and preached the Buddhist doctrine. The traditional spot where this meeting took place is revered by the Buddhists ...

 🖋️  Thalpe Beach is a beach situated in the Southern province of Sri Lanka, close to the city of Galle. Thalpe Beach Thalpe Beach is a beach situated in the Southern province of Sri Lanka, close to the city of Galle. It is a popular destination among both locals and foreigners. There are vibrant shops, restaurant and various water sports related activities to do in the surrounding area of Thalpe. Beauty of Thalpe and the Thalpe Beach Thalpe is a quiet town nestled away from the hustle and bustle of the major towns situated in the southern coastal belt. Thalpe town is filled with history, adventure, culture and cuisine along with the Thalpe Beach which is a relatively clean and calm beach. Stilt fishermen are commonly seen in this coastal town and it is a great way to learn more about the way of life in this beautiful coastal town. According to the villagers the rock pools were cut out of the corals around 50 years ago and was used to soak coconut husks in order to separate t...

 🖋️ The Miracle of the Pekoe Trail The Pekoe Trail is a wonderful idea by Miguel Cunat. He is an expert in such creative endeavors and a creative person with a special interest in Sri Lanka. With his and many others’ collective and dedication, they have managed to mark the longest walking trail in Sri Lanka today, through the Central Highlands of Sri Lanka, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. “PEKOE” means black tea. Black tea from Sri Lanka or Ceylon is highly regarded all over the world. So “Pekoe trail” can be said to be “Black Tea Trail”. Simply put, this term is associated with the tea and colonial heritage of our Central Highlands. This trail is a long-distance walking trail of more than 300 kilometers that passes through the Central Highlands of Sri Lanka.  It allows tourists to explore the diverse terrain, history, culture, food and local communities across the Central Highlands on foot. The trail consists of 22 stages. They can be explored as short segments or as part of a...

  🖋️  This small  Rannagala Ella  Waterfall is located in the village of Rannagala in Neboda in Kalutara district. The waterfall is approx 6 meters in height and is best seen during the rainy season. You can reach this waterfall from Matugama or Neboda. From Matugama town it’s 5.7 km distance on the Neboda road. Alternatively, you could travel to Neboda from Kalutara and travel 3.5 km on the Matugama road to reach the waterfall. Although the waterfall is small, there is a natural pool at the top which has been improved by building a pond for bathing. At the bottom too another pool has been constructed for bathing. Therefore this has become a popular bathing place for visitors.

 🖋️  Sera Ella  is a waterfall located in Pothatawela village, a place near Laggala in the  Matale District  of  Sri Lanka . It is formed by the waters of Kitul Canal which runs down Kaudagammana peak and the Hunumadala River, which flows from the mountains of Gonamada and Deyuthu Gammmaduwa, combining to form the Puwakpitiya River, a waterway which joins Thelgamu Oya to create the waterfall at its point of joining. Features 🖋️  The Sera Ella waterfall is separated into two sections as it falls down the  rockface , both falling down a height of 10 m (33 ft) and are visible from the  Dumbara  Jungle. The fall flows all year around and is at its fullest during the  monsoon season , between November and March. One of the interesting features of this fall is the cave behind the fall. Steps has been cut to reach this cave and can be safely reached even when the fall is at full flow. Etymology 🖋️  There are several opini...

 🖊️  The  Udawalawe Dam  is a large irrigation dam in  Udawalawe , in the  Southern Province  of  Sri Lanka . The dam consists of an  embankment  section and a  gravity  section, combining the total dam length to approximately 3.9 km (2.4 mi). The dam is also used for  hydroelectric  power generation, powering two  2  MW  units, commissioned in April 1969 . Country Sri Lanka Location Udawalawe Coordinates 06°26′02″N   80°51′15″E Purpose Irrigation,  Power Status Operational Dam and spillways Type of dam Embankment dam Impounds Walawe River Length 3.9 km (2.4 mi) Spillways 4 Spillway type Tainter gate Reservoir Creates Udawalawe Reservoir Total capacity 267MCM Maximum length 8.6 km (5.3 mi) Maximum width 7 km (4.3 mi) Udawalawe Power Station Coordinates 06°25′55″N   80°51′02″E Operator(s) CEB Commission date A...

 🖋️ Dolosbage is so beautiful that it seems like this is Sri Lanka Dolosbage Many people have heard of Mahabage and Pitabage, but they know very little about Dolosbage. In fact, Dolosbage is an extremely beautiful and temperate region. It is located in the central region. If you really want to visit this area, it is best to avoid the weather. Besides, there is a lot of fog, so it is better to wait until the fog clears to get a beautiful view  and an experience that you can feel in your heart. Otherwise, it is difficult to see a clear view. So, Dolosbage is a place that can be visited from Colombo even in a day. It is easy if you use Google Maps. After all, you can see many waterfalls on this road and have an experience like Nuwara Eliya in the middle of beautiful tea plantations. That is why it is called Little Nuwara Eliya.  On the way, you can see waterfalls, • Solamba Falls • Velada Falls • Nalagana Falls • Dummala Falls • Diyangiri Falls • Rikili Falls • Gona Vatuna ...

 🖋️   Diva Guhava  is the only place of  Solosmasthana  which has not been properly identified. It is said in Mahavamsa, that after preaching dhamma to the deity Sumana Saman at  Sri Pada mountain , he spent the day in the Diva Guhava Cave on the side of this mountain. During his lifetime, Buddha visited the island of Sri Lanka three times. These visits are described in detail in the  Mahavamsa , the Great Chronicle of Sri Lanka, and in ancient writings such as  Pujavaliya ,  Samantapasadika , and  Buthsarana  also mention these visits. These sixteen places hallowed by Buddha are collectively called  Solosmasthana . The First visit of Buddha was in the 9th month after the attainment of his Enlightenment, the Buddhahood to Mahiyangana. This was to stop a war between  Yaksha  and  Naga  tribes. Mahavamsa says that he conquered the yakshas there and sent them to an island named Giri, thereby setting the b...

 🖋️   The breathtaking Pahanthudawa Falls is situated about 2 km from the small town of Belihuloya in 19 km off Balangoda on the A4 road. This is the last one of a series of waterfalls created by Belihul Oya before it streams into Samanala wewa Reservoir. This waterfall creates a small but deep pool at the bottom which is said to be of immeasurable depth and is in a shape of wick of a lamp- helps deriving it name (pahana – a lamp). To reach the falls, one should travel about 1.5 km on Ihala Galagama road starting from famous Belihuloya Rest house and follow the road leading to mini hydro power plant. Witnessing the falls is quite challenging as one must have to cross the stream and follow the steep valley upstream.

 🖋️   As you travel from Kandy towards Mahiyanganaya on the A25 (known as the Mahiyangana Road) you can see this massive cluster of waterfalls known as the Kalugala Gerandi Ella Waterfall on the left side lying far away towards Kalugala. There are several narrow and long waterfalls in Sri Lanka by the name of Garandi Ella which means Rat Snake Waterfall. The resemblance of these waterfalls to a slithering rat snake has given rise to many waterfalls being called by this name. The most popular and the well-known is the  Gerandi Ella ( aka Gerandigini Ella) in the Tawalantanna area . Another Gerandi Ella in Passara came into the limelight in January 2022 when 5 family members drowned together in the fall. Some of the waterfalls carrying this name are Ettampitiya Gerandi Ella Waterfall Kalugala Gerandi Ella Waterfall Passara Gerandi Ella Waterfall Gerandi Gini Ella Waterfall Gerandi Rikili Ella Waterfall Kalugala Gerandi Ella cascades in several segments and to top 4 se...

 🖋️  Thunhisgala, or somebody called Kalupahana, is the 6 th  highest peak in the Knuckles Mountain range. It divides both Kandy and Matale districts, where it is situated on the border. The highest point of this mountain is 1617m above sea level. Thunhisgala is not a famous destination among most Sri Lankan travelers. But it is very popular among local hikers and mountaineers. Location Thunhisgala is situated in the middle of the Knuckles Forest Range, where it is extremely difficult to reach. There are three main routes you can choose to do the hike: Thunhisgala Hike There is no public transportation available on each of the above routes. If you like to cross this lovely mountain, we recommend you choose the first route, which is via Wateegama, Bambarella, and Lebonon Estate. The buses are available from Wategama to Bambarella. Since you need to walk more than ten kilometers to complete your goal, The other two routes are not commonly used, but either from Meemure or f...

 🖋️   Galle Fort  is  a fort built by  the Portuguese in  the Galle  region  of Sri Lanka . It was later modernized by  the Dutch  in the 17th century  and now boasts a history of 400 years. Currently, two gates are used to enter the fort. Many government office buildings have been maintained around the fort wall till today. But now they are being removed little by little. Galle Fort, designated as a World Heritage Site, is a beautiful and ancient treasure. Galle Fort is located on the southeast coast of Sri Lanka. It was completed by  the Portuguese  in 1588  . It was later extensively modernized by the Dutch in the 17th century. It is a wonderful product gifted to the world by the Portuguese. Galle Fort has been recognized by  the United Nations  as having ancient value  . It is a fine example of Dutch architecture. Also known as  Dutch Fort  or  Galle Wall  . The Dutch Fort ...