After a significant tourism industry setbacks from its 20-year civil war, Sri Lanka is getting back on its feet. With the tropical beaches, ancient ruins and green landscapes, Sri Lanka is hitting the list of best destinations in the world. Here are a few reasons to choose Sri Lanka as your next travel destination
It is cheap
The budget won’t be an excuse to put Sri Lankan trip on hold. Comparing to other neighborhood tourist places, Sri Lanka is cheap. You can afford to travel Sri Lanka from the UAE since the airfare, accommodation, and the food is cheap.
Awesome climate
Sri Lanka owns an excellent tropical climate. From sunbathing in the dry heat of the southern beaches to the cool breezes of the Hill Country, the environment of Sri Lanka varies in different places. Since the island is small, you can enjoy the variations on the same holiday itself.
Friendly people
It is impressive to experience good hospitality when you travel somewhere. The Sri Lankan locals are just astonishing in that. They are incredibly welcoming and take pride in inviting you to their houses. They actually have a simple life in Sri Lanka, and there is always a genuineness in their words. Don’t forget to say hello to any strangers or locals passing by in Sri Lanka, it is appreciated there.
Spectacular beaches
Nothing can calm down your mind as a beach does. Opting a beach destination is always advisable for a great escape from city life. Calm, serene beaches of Sri Lanka will pamper you with the sound of waves crashing the small cliffs. There are plenty of exciting activities in Sri Lanka. You can just laze around the seashore or enjoy some adrenaline pumping activities in the Indian ocean.
Ancient ruins and history
Sri Lanka is also home to extraordinary temples as well as rich history. The mixed culture of Sri Lanka paves the way for the tourists to indulge and experience the exceptional heritage of Sri Lanka. You will get the chances to watch the massive solitary rock plateau above 1000 foot from the surrounding plains in Lion’s Rock.
Exceptional wildlife
Sri Lanka is a destination for nature lovers. If you have kids, then you can opt Sri Lanka as the next tour destination as this tiny island gives your smaller ones an opportunity to learn about wild animals. There are 14 national parks and protected areas as well as national reserves with 91 mammals such as leopard, sloth bear, hog, wild boar, civet cat, etc.
Pinnawela elephant orphanage is one such place where you see many baby elephants, blind one and one crippled. You can be with them as long as you want.
This country provides a wide diversity and hence is a reason to travel to this wonderful country.
Scrumptious food
Sri Lanka is a hub of Scrumptious food, it is known for the tasty food it has to offer. During your stay in Sri Lanka, you can try local foods such as Kiribath (milk rice with banana), Malu ambulthiyal (sour fish curry) and Lamprais (rice and curries wrapped together in a banana leaf).
Don’t forget to try their unique “milk tea.” It is very delicious and fresh to drink which keeps you active throughout the day.
