Discover Sri Lanka
Formerly Ceylon, this extraordinary "teardrop" shaped island can be found off the south-eastern tip of India and is where some of the world's most ancient cities can be found. Its diverse landscapes include lush tropical rainforests, arid plains, highlands and sandy beaches. Still a predominantly Buddhist country it also has strong Hindu, Christian and Muslim communities which fuse together creating a melting pot of cultures. The relative lack of development and gentle island pace make Sri Lanka the perfect holiday destination for those looking for a varied and stimulating holiday.
Colombo
On the west coast of Sri Lanka is Colombo which is the country's bustling commercial hub. A contrast of old and new the high rise buildings tower of red-tiled colonial-era buildings and sprawling street markets which offer everything from fruit and vegetables to colourful silks and cotton, and deliciously fragrant spices.
Further inland is Hill Country, one of the most scenic parts of Sri Lanka The second largest city is Kandy which is considered to be the capital of the Hill Country. It is here you will find the Temple of the Sacred Tooth, a Buddhist temple located in the royal palace complex in the heart of the city. No visit to this part of the country would be complete without experiencing one of the many tea plantations that abound in Nuwara Eliya often referred to as "Little England".
Yala National Park has the world's densest concentration of leopards and stuns visitors with its variety of biomes, marine wetlands and sandy beaches where the only footprints visitors will see belong to foraging birds and animals. Boasting 44 different resident mammal species and dozens of reptiles as well as no less than 215 resident and migrant birds, of which the flamboyant peacock is one of the most common.
Twin Centre with the Maldives
A short flight between Sri Lanka and the Maldives make this the perfect twin centre
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Sri Lanka has a tropical climate. Upland areas are cooler and more temperate, while coastal areas are cooled by sea breezes. There are two monsoons, which occur May to July and December to January. The average temperature is 24°C.
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Average flying time from the UK to Sri Lanka is approximately 10 hours 30 minutes
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