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Sri Lanka is a beautiful, picturesque country that is located off the southern coast of the Indian subcontinent. Surrounded by Palk Strait, Gulf of Mannar and the Indian Ocean, this island nation till 1972 was known as Ceylon. The island nation attracts tourists from different parts of the world all the year round. The country has a rich historical background. The Sri Lankan history speaks a lot about the Sinhalese, their origin and their entry to the country in 6th century B.C. It is believed that Buddhism came in to the scene much later that is almost after 300 B.C. and made a big impact in the country in a very short period of time. It is due to this the country carries a nice blend of Buddhism and Sinhalese culture. The beaches, islands, modern cities, amazing cuisine, heritage and culture and many such places that are unique to the country together make Sri lanka holidays really fascinating. Whether you are looking to hit the beaches, or want to explore the pristine greenery, waterfalls, museum, adventure sports, Sri Lanka tours provides a host of tourism options for all types of travelers. Sri Lanka Tourism offers some of the best options to the travelers and the tourism is growing at a steady pace with every passing year. Recently Deputy Economic Development Minister Lakshman Yapa Abeywardena told the media that tourism in the country has seen a 36 percent increase this year when compared to the same period last year. The Minister further says that 55,898 tourists had visited the country in August. In Sri Lanka, travel options are a plenty. Sri Lanka tours offer a host of options to select from. Let's look at some of the most popular places in Sri Lanka that are worthy of a visit. 1. Colombo- The commercial capital of the country is one of the most visited places. Fort clock tower, Independence Hall, Gangaramaya Temple are some of the popular draws here. 2. Kandy - This is well known for its enticing attractions. The Temple of Tooth, Kalapura, Henawela village enjoys good number of tourist visit who are in the lookout to experience the rich culture of the country. 3. Jaffna- this is situated in the northern tip of Sri Lanka and is mainly popular for the Hindu temples and the amazingly beautiful scenic beaches, the best known being the Casuarina Beach. Galle, Sigiriya, Ambalangoda and Dambulla are some of the other destinations on offer by Sri Lanka tours.
It is very important to plan your trip properly beforehand. Many online booking options are available these days. Whether you are looking to enjoy a holiday by creating your own personalized tailor made itinerary or joining a group of discerning likeminded travelers, whatever be your choice, Sri Lanka Travel Centre provide you the very best.
