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KANDY |
Distance
from Hikkaduwa : 216 km |
Sri
Lanka’s hill capital is, perhaps, its most beautiful town. It
is 488 metres above sea level, and next to Colombo,Kandy is Sri Lanka’s
most visited place. The focal point of the town is the golden-roofed
Dalada Maligawa, where the sacred tooth relic of the Buddha is enshrined.
The highlight of the year is the Esala Perahera,when a replica of
the relic casket is taken in procession, accompanied by exotically
costumed dancers,drummers and some 100 elephants ,on ten glittering
nights in July/August. There are numerous shrines and temples in and
around Kandy, where you will see rare paintings, frescoes, and stone
carvings....................... |
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SIGIRIYA |
Distance
from Hikkaduwa : 270 km |
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This rock fortress was a royal citadel for more than 18 years. In
a sheltered pocket, approached by a spiral stairway, are the famous
frescoes. The summit of the rock, with an area of nearly one hectare,
was the site of the old palace – the outer wall of which was
built on the very brink of the precipice. The UNESCO-sponsored Central
Cultural Fund has restored Sigiriya’s 5th century Water Gardens
to its former glory.................. |
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DAMBULLA |
Distance
from Hikkaduwa : 248 km |
| Like
Sigiriya, Dambulla is a vast isolated rock mass, which houses a rock
temple (formerly caves). Some of its frescoes are over 2,000 years
old – and there is a colossal figure of the recumbent Buddha
carved out of the rock, measuring 14 metres in length............... |
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ANURADHAPURA |
Distance
from Hikkaduwa : 306 km |
Ballooning
Sri Lanka's first capital is situated in the dry zone. It is one of
Sri Lanka's premier ancient cities.
Attractions: The sacred Bo Tree, temples, Brazen Place, Samadhi Buddha,
Kuttam Pokuna,an Mihintale (12 kilometers from Anuradhapura) -a rock
dotted with shrines and dwellings - a grand stairwayof 1,840 steps
made of granite slabs that leads to a summit with a splendid view
of the countryside.. |
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POLONNARUWA |
Distance
from Hikkaduwa : 416 km |
The
island’s medieval capital rose to fame after Anuradhapura’s
decline. The largest of its many reservoirs, the Parakrama Samudra,
is larger than the Colombo harbour.
Attractions: Remains of the King’s council chamber, the Royal
Citadel, the Kumara Pokuna, the Royal Pavilion, the Vatadage Relic
House (which is lavished with moonstones, guard stones, and a sculptured
railing), Kiri Vehera, and Gal Vihare...................... |
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RATNAPURA |
Distance
from Hikkaduwa : 201 km |
| Sri
Lanka’s City of Gems’ and the centre of its gemming industry.
Gems include sapphire, ruby, cat’s eye, alexandrite, topaz,
amethyst, aquamarine, tourmaline, garnet and zircon. Visits to gem
mines can be arranged through travel agents. Gem collections can be
seen at the National Museum, Ratnapura, and a number of private museums.................... |
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NUWARA
ELIYA |
Distance
from Hikkaduwa : 280 km |
| Set
in the heart of tea-country, this beautiful town is where the British
succeeded in creating an English countryside, with homes in styles
from Georgian to Queen Anne. Well-kept lawns with hedges, an Anglican
church,a famous golf course and beautiful parks give the place an
air of nostalgia. Situated 1,890 meters above sea level, the air is
cool and fresh – a serene retreat from the hustle and bustle
of Colombo................... |
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NEGOMBO |
Distance
from Hikkaduwa : 280 km |
| A
characteristic fishing town 6 km from the International Airport, Negambo
has a fascinating and picturesque beachfront. The town has several
buildings dating back to the Dutch and Portuguese Colonial days. The
lagoon is famous for its harvest of lobsters , crabs and prawns and
fish auctions on the beach that are worth a look....................... |
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YALA |
Distance
from Hikkaduwa : 170 km |
| Yala
National Park is a national park in Sri Lanka. The reserve covers
979 kmē, although only the original 141 kmē are open to the public.
Much of the reserve is parkland, but it also contains jungle, beaches,
freshwater lakes and rivers and scrubland. The latter zone is punctuated
with enormous rocky outcrops. The range of habitats give rise to a
good range of wildlife. Yala has the world's highest concentration
of Leopards, although seeing this largely nocturnal carnivore still
requires some luck. There are good numbers of Asian Elephants, Crocodile,
Wild Boar, Water Buffalo and Grey langurs amongst other large animals.
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GALLE |
Distance
from Hikkaduwa : 17 km |
In
this coastal town, the Dutch presence is still visible. Galle was
an ancient port (said to be the legendary Tarshish of the Bible),
and our first international commerce and trade centre. Today, Galle
is the bustling provincial capital and administrative centre of the
south. It is famous for its lovely Unawatuna Bay, where the sea is
protected by the reef, therefore safe for swimming.
The old Dutch ‘Star’ fort (a World Heritages Site) covering
36 hectares, the well-preserved Groote Kerk (Dutch Church), Dutch
Government House, the New......................... |
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