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10 reasons why you should visit Sri Lanka

10 reasons why you should visit Sri Lanka

Declared as one of the great great vacation spots in the world by the New York Times, ranked by a Newsweek survey as the 5th best Asian Country and selected as the second best travel destination by National Geographic, Sri Lanka is no stranger when it comes to delighting with her array of bountiful landscapes, diverse history, breathtaking beaches and overall ambience.
Here is our top 10 reasons for you to get intimately acquainted with the gem of the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka.

1. Cultural Heritage.

Boasting of six archaeological World Heritage Sites recognized by the UNESCO, Sri Lanka has a lot to offer in way of national heritage.

Anuradhapura, founded in the middle of the 5th century B.C, and considered one of the ancient capitals of Sri Lanka, it was the heart in Theravada Buddhism for many centuries. The ruins consist of three classes of buildings, dagobas (brick stupas), monastic buildings, and pokunas (ancient bathing pools). The city also contains a sacred Bo-Tree, which is said to date back to the year 245 BC.

Anuradhapura

Following the decline of Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa was the city that saw Sinhalese Buddhist civilization reaching yet more significant heights. Whilst the city holds glorious stately palaces, enormous Buddhist shrines and unbroken monumental sculptures, the city is also a delight for wildlife lovers as the wildlife sanctuaries and the ancient reservoir Parakrama Samudara or Sea of Parakrama, offers one the ability to observe wild elephants and a variety of birdlife at close range.

Dambulla is home to the largest and best preserved cave temple compound in Sri Lanka. While the rock towers over the neighboring grasslands, the major attractions consisting of numerous statues of Lord Buddha, Hindu Gods, and Sri Lankan Kings are spread over 5 caves whilst the surrounding site boasts of over 80 caves.

Dambullla

Sigiriya (Lion rock) is an ancient rock fortress built by King Kashyapa. King Kashyapa eliminated his father King Dhatusena by walling him up alive and seized the throne from the rightful heir, his brother Moggallana. Moggallana fled to India to escape his assassination, raised an army and vowed vengeance upon his brother. Fearing his brothers’ wrath and his inevitable return to Sri Lanka, King Kashyapa built Sigiriya fortress which served as a safe heaven and a pleasure palace. Precipitous walls ascend to a flat-topped peak that contains the ruins of King Kashyapas once glorious palace. The palace is said to have the world’s oldest known graffiti which compromise of a mirror wall on which the contemplations and poetry of many travelers is etched into the rock. The palace also proudly displays 1600 year old paintings of the beautiful women who resided in King Kashyapas harem. King Kashyapa was ultimately challenged to war by his brother Moggallana and the ill-fated King committed suicide by falling upon his own sword after his army deserted him mid battle.


Kandy was the last royal capital of Sri Lanka. Formerly an impenetrable natural citadel, secured by loops of mountains and the River Mahaweli, the Kandyan kings managed to triumphantly hold out against foreign powers until the last free king of the kingdom, Sri Vikrama Rajasinha was captured and subsequently lost his throne. Kandy is renowned for the temple of the tooth, Dalada Maligawa, where the relic of Lord Buddha’s tooth is housed. The Kandy Esala Perahera, which is held in either July or August is a spectacular annual pageant and is held in honor of the Buddha's Conception, his Renunciation and the First Sermon.

Kandy

With the earliest mention of Galle tracing back to Ptolemy’s World Map in the 2nd century AD, this exotic former trading port was initially a Portuguese stronghold until the Dutch, with a force of 2500 men captured the fort in 1640. The Dutch continued to make improvements to the fort and even used it as their main base. Many of its buildings are still in pristine condition. Wander its winding lanes and you will see everything from old churches, Dutch colonial Villas to many administration and commercial constructions which have endured the test of time. With an atmosphere of picturesque but stunning nostalgia, this city hasn’t failed to seduce all who visit. 

Galle

2. Beaches

Fancy sunbathing anytime of the year? Look no further than the striking beaches Sri Lanka has to offer. Unawatuna, Bentota and Induruwa, Arugam Bay, Mirissa and Uppuveli make up five of the many relaxing beaches for relaxing. From golden sandy beaches backed by palm trees gently swaying in the wind, the warm waters encourage all water sports from swimming, scuba diving, sailing, and surfing to whale watching or even swimming with dolphins!

3. Safaris galore!

With a wide range of national parks, reserves and safari lodges, Sri Lanka offers wildlife enthusiasts the opportunity to get up close and personal with the natural world. Savor the graceful mannerisms of a leopard at Yala or Wilpattu National Park. Gal oya national park is the one place you can take a safari by boat and treat yourself to the unique sight of elephants swimming across Senanayake Reservoir in search of food. Consider yourself a keen birdwatcher? Bundala National Park is a wetland and home to large flocks of migratory water birds. While the elephants at Bundala National Park are considered more hostile due to human-elephant conflict in the area, Udawalawe National Park is renowned for its herds of grazing elephants, Water Buffalo, Wildboar, Spotted Deer, Sambur Deer, Jackal, Samber, Black-naped hare, mongooses, bandicoots, foxes, the endemic Toque Macaque and Gray Langers.

4. Resorts and Hotels

Accommodation around Sri Lanka is easy to find. Laden with a number of lodgings from homestays, budget hotels to iconic colonial-era hotels and boutique hotels most of these lodgings are situated within spectacular surroundings. Geoffrey Bawa, one of 20th-century’s foremost Asian architect has designed several resort hotels where many a traveler have marveled at his architectural style of ‘tropical modernism’.

Cinnamon Grand Hotel -Colombo

 5. Food.

Jokingly referred to as the island of rice and curry, we dissuade the timid eater from straying from the known. Consisting of lavishly aromatic and spicy cuisine, the staple diet is rice which is consumed with an assortment of intriguing curries. Scrumptious fruits for consumption range from mango, pineapple, banana and papaya, but also many lesser-known but unique examples such as sapodilla, mangosteen, rambuttan, woodapple, custard apple and beli.

6. Shopping. 

In Sri Lanka, shopping can happen anywhere and at any time. From handcraft shops that produce ornate souvenirs, ritual masks, batik and handloom textiles, wood carvings and brass work items, the village kade that sells fresh fruit, the quintessential lifestyle store, to the street vendors who after a bit of haggling may reduce the charge of his good, there is plenty a bargain to be found!

Considered amongst the world’s gem producing countries as holder of the widest variety of precious stones, not only is Sri Lanka a major garment exporter, we have a history in jewelry making.

7. The people

It all began with the indigenous people, the Veddahs, who exist to this day. Sri Lanka is a multi-ethnic, multi-religious and multi-cultural society carrying forward the influences of her foreign immigrants.

Sri Lankan people are known for their friendly temperaments, their eagerness to help and are known to take their hospitality quite seriously!

8. Ayurveda & Spas

For those who wish to take a holistic approach to rejuvenate, Ayurveda – the oldest medical system existing in the world has been used by Sri Lankans for over 2000 years. Consisting of an assortment of herbal treatments you can choose from a variety of various types of baths and massages, cleansing and revitalization techniques such as yoga, meditation and special diets.

9. Climate 

Unlike most of her neighbors, Sri Lanka can truly lay claim to being the ideal holiday destination and is favored by sun worshippers from around the world. The key is understanding her monsoon seasons.

The seasons are divided into three with the Low season (May – August) promising sun to North and East regions while bringing out showers, pouts and mumbles to those relishing the atmosphere of a sunny holiday in the South and West coasts.

The High season (December – March) is where the sunshine smiles upon the hill country and the west-coast and south-coast beaches. The cheerful weather consequently brings about the busiest season. Accommodation and lodging is hard to come by and prices are at a premium. The Maha monsoon (October – January) brings down the showers on the East, North and ancient cities like Sigiriya and Polonnaruwa.

10. Biodiversity

Though small in size, Sri Lanka has a vast range of flora and Fauna and is considered one of the top 25 biodiversity hotspot by the Conservation International (CI). Comprising of a diverse ecosystem, the country boasts of forestry, grasslands, inland wetlands, and coastal and marine ecosystems. Many species of animal and plants are endemic. The wet zone is alleged to have more endemic flora and fauna compared to the dry zone.

   What more persuasion do you need? Contact Rameca Travels, premier tour and travel agents in Sri Lanka for your next holiday to Sri Lanka.

Vietnam, the place for the spirited traveler

Vietnam, the place for the spirited traveler

Ha long Bay

Vietnam. To each of us, this country brings to mind a diverse set of thoughts and images. If you are amongst those who had the pleasure to travel to Vietnam, this country, the word may bring to mind that time you savored calming beauty of the breeze dancing through the rice stalks in one of the Vietnams many paddy fields in Muong Hoa Valley, or it may make you reminiscence of a sea kayak journey into the otherworldly splendor of Northern Vietnams famed Ha Long Bay. 

Vietnam is a place for the spirited traveler.  Fancy exploration or eager to relish a brand new adventure? Craving a little flavor in your cuisine or determined it’s time to add a new cuisine to your culinary skills? Desire a road trip or a trek into lush biodiversity and dramatic scenery? From spectacular views, tropical islands, blissful beaches, and succulent food, we recommend you put Vietnam on your bucket list of must see countries. 

This exquisite country holds many diverse enchantments that has made it a fine place for exploration and discovery.  A country that has seen distressing war, Vietnam has absorbed the imprints left by her French, Americans and Chinese interlopers.

This Southeast Asian country is enclosed by China, Laos and Cambodia. The capital Hanoi, which means a city lying between rivers was baptized by King Minh Mang of the Nguyen Dynasty. Hanoi is considered Vietnam's cultural center, and we recommend you enjoy the puppet shows, unique music, and dance performances that will be a worthy investment of your time and currency. The city’s streets are enchantingly intimate, winding and are packed with bustling street vendors, and traffic whizzing past clusters of pedestrians and yet the city manages to preserve a serene air with its many small lakes dotted along the city. Step on to the famed Old Quarter and be stunned by the maze of 36 streets, each named for the commodities once sold there by businessmen from as early as the beginning of the 13^th century. Itching for greener pastures? Then head out to Sa Pa, which is situated near the Chinese border. This mountainous town will greet you with the scenic views and is ideal for trekking or for a strong dash of Vietnamese culture. The two mountain tribes, the Red Dzao and the Hmong craft and sell fabric and jewelry which would be ideal souvenirs. Shopping can also be done at Sa Pa Square.

Vietnam is an eclectic mix of the new and old, rich history, celebrated culture, enticing cuisine sprinkled with the freshest herbs and seafood, it is a destination that can cater to any kind of traveler, just waiting to be appreciated. Visit your nearest Sri Lanka travel agents to explore the tour packages to Vietnam.  Rameca Travel and Leisure, considered one of Sri Lanka’s premier travel agents will guarantee the best rates for your required dates of travel.  

Amazing Badulla

                           Amazing   Badulla

Badulla is one of the few cities in Sri Lanka that consists both the upper and lower regions. Giving you a taste of the upper region in Sri Lanka and also the lower region while staying in the same city. You can witness tea, vegetable and paddy cultivation with your vacation to Badulla

Overshadowed by the Namunukula range of mountains sits Badulla, one of the major cities in the lower central hills of Sri Lanka. You might have already pictured a city with mountains and a quite cold weather. But to your surprise, this city is blessed with both the upper and lower regions where you can see tea, vegetable and paddy cultivations. Home to many of the famous tourist attractions, it has even been a regional hub for the British Rulers.

Dunhinda falls is one of those tourist attractions that is one of the many reason people come to Badulla often. Standing at 63 m high it’s one of the most famous waterfalls that Sri Lanka is blessed with. The best time to see the Dunhinda falls is June and July, but they are worth the visit at any time of the year.  Don’t forget to take a few memorable snaps on your visit there because a photo speak a thousand words as they say.

Bakers Falls

Believed to be one of the Solosmasthana, is the Muthiyangana temple. Solosmasthana are the sixteen sacred places in Sri Lanka which the Buddhists believes were visited by Gautama Buddha otherwise known as “the Buddha”. This is an ancient Buddhist temple located graciously in the middle of Badulla which is visited by not only Buddhists and locals but also by many tourists from around the world.

Badulla Train Journey

If you’re a history enthusiast, head on to St. Mark’s church, the church consisting of a plaque commemorating Major Rogers an elephant hunter, and the tale behind him. According to the legend, after a passing a thunder storm in 1845, Rogers has been struck by lightning. Souls of elephants he killed in 4 years probably trumpeted in joy! It is also said that Rogers’ gravestone is cracked in half, surely by another bolt of lightning. Head onto the church and if you’re a catholic you can even offer your prayers and make this journey even more beautiful.

Amazed by the wonders of Badulla? Plan you next vacation to Badulla Sri Lanka for a surely memorable vacation.  Contact many of the reputed Travel agents in Sri Lanka for the best rates and the best packages. Last but not least, Have a wonderful and memorable vacation and enjoy your visit to Sri Lanka!

Explore Malaysia

Explore Malaysia

Sitting at the 44^th most popular country in the world, Malaysia is a famous destination among shopping addicts. For a city trying to catch up with the modern world, you’d think that it has lost its culture somewhere in the middle if that race. But surprisingly, it has conserved there unique culture somewhere among the sky high buildings.

Resembling twin silver rockets somewhere in the middle of the busy town is the Petronas Tower. Stepping inside, it’s like a scene from a modern-times movie. The 88-storey twin towers are the tallest pair in the world at nearly 452m and is a sight you don’t want to miss. Grab  a ticket online or head there fast to make sure you don’t miss the chance for the 45-minute tours – which take in the Sky bridge connection on the 41st floor and the observation deck on the 86th floor at 370m.

Petronas Towers

Then head onto bukit bintang for the shopping experience of a life-time. The specialty of these streets are bargaining and also the wide variety of goods and mouth-watering street food. The street comes alive in the night-time so the best time to wonder in the streets are the night time. The famous batu caves, as many of you might have heard at least once in your lifetime is a complex of giant limestone caves situated just 13km north of Kuala Lumpur. This is now one of Malaysia’s most iconic sights and holiest Hindu shrines.

Batu Caves- Selangore ,Malaysia.

Dedicated to Thean Hou, stands a multi-storey Chinese temple built in Architectural Chinese style which allows you an insight of Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism. It also offers fortune telling services which is one thing not to be missed this vacation. Pineapple Hill otherwise known as Bukit Nanas is a canopy walkway through a thick lowland dipterocarp forest covering 9.37 hectares situated in the heart of the city. The rustling sound of leaves and the tweet of birds will unlax you in a way the city cannot. This Eco-park is definitely worth the try when in Malaysia. With the sun setting, head towards the KLCC Park to catch a breath-taking view and the Lake Symphony fountains playing in front of the Suria KLCC every night at 8pm, 9pm and 10pm.

Shopping at Malaysia

Malaysia,the shopping destination

Take a street food tour in KL's biggest collection of roadside restaurants scattered along Jln Alor, north of Jln Bukit Bintang. Be it a beer or authentic Malaysian food or mouth-watering street food, take a stroll through the streets at night for the best choices. Try not to miss the satay to kai-lan (Chinese greens) in oyster sauce and fried noodles with frogs' legs if you’re up for a new dare.

Travel agents in Sri Lanka, being well experienced and having dealt numerous times with customers looking for a vacation in Malaysia, will be able to assist you with you vacation, providing expertise advices about the best things to do and best places to visit at a relatively low-cost prices. Check out the Malaysia tours from Sri Lanka for a variety of choices to choose from, at the best rates.

Malaysian street foods

Street food shopping

Arugam Bay Sri Lanka,The Beach Paradise

Arugam Bay Sri Lanka, The Beach Paradise

A vacation in one of the most famous beaches in Sri Lanka, “ArugamBay” also known as the best surf spot in the country will take your typical beach vacation to a whole another level. Situated in the South Eastern part of the island, it has been an absolute favourite with the tourists and even the locals.

A walk along the beach with the chilled sea water just beneath your feet, as the orange in the sky blends with a shade of purple and the sun emerge into the sea just in front of your eyes will make this vacation unforgettable. Or just lie by the beach, one of your favourite books in hand while the sun set at your feet.

Stop at the cafes along the beach and along the street to treat yourself to some Sri Lankan cuisine while enjoying the sea breeze to make the most out of your much-deserved vacation. It would be the ultimate destination to relax and unwind because this city can bring you summer any day throughout the year.

Another interesting place of visit is Lahugala National Park which is found about 16km inland. Lahugala has been an elephant viewing site for years, in large herds. Also for bird lovers, it is a place where birdlife abounds in the wetlands. Therefore, don’t forget to pay a visit to this national park during your vacation in Arugam Bay where wild elephants roam the coastal plain. It sure will amaze you with the wildlife Sri Lanka has to offer its visitors.

If you’re an adventure seeker or just in need of some relaxing vacation, this place got it all. Surfing, swimming, beach parties and festivals, wild safaris, yoga and Ayurveda are few of the many things to do. You can even drive through the city in a scooter exploring the local culture. And once you’re there do not forget to try the massive king coconuts that are absolutely tasty. If you thought you can only sip on a king coconut, well you thought wrong because local vendors you often pass on the streets will even show you how to eat king coconut. Yes, be ready to witness much more mesmerising things like this and grab your backpack and your surf board because this is going to be a great vacation.

Contact the travel agents in Sri Lanka who’ll find you the ways to make the most out of your days in Sri Lanka. Having travelled around Sri Lanka, and having served many foreign and local travellers, Sri Lanka tour operators will be able to find you the best rates and the best activities here. A well-known tour operator in Sri Lanka who could offer you such service, Rameca travel and Leisure  is known for its best services. Last but not least, have a wonderful vacation!

Sri Lanka - The paradise Island.

10 things to know before you travel to Sri Lanka

10 things to know before you travel to Sri Lanka

An island with many blessed gifts, an imperfect paradise of some sort, are just two of the phrases used to describe the unending beauty of Sri Lanka otherwise known as “ the pearl of the Indian ocean. Main language here is Sinhala but if you’re not familiar English works absolutely well too. If you have decided to have your much deserved vacation in this beautiful island, I’d say you’ll not regret that decision for one second. And the locals you’ll meet you here will be without a doubt one of the friendliest people you’ll meet in a lifetime.

  

1. One main thing you should know when you’re travelling to Sri Lanka, is that this country is blessed with the best climates. Be it cold or hot or warm, you’ll find it all on this island. But be sure to miss the monsoon seasons to avoid a lot of staying in and cosying up in a couch.
2. Second of all, clothing is one of the important things you should recheck before travelling to Sri Lanka. If you’re planning on visiting the beautiful hill side with it’s absolutely breathe taking views, I suggest you to grab clothes from beanies to wool coats to turtle necks. If you’re lucky, anything long sleeve and a little thick would do the trick but if not, the wool coats and the beanie would be your friend. Make sure you also recheck if your room has hot water before booking the rooms if you’re travelling to the hillside. And if you’re craving for the warm weather, then do bring your light-colored and lightest clothing to have the best of your vacation. Also, don’t forget long and not so tight, clothes that is mostly covered for both men and women which will be ideal if you’re planning to visit religious sites in Sri Lanka just as most religious sites around the world requires. While some sites may not exactly require them, some sites strictly do and as a country filled with many sacred places in mostly Buddhist, Catholic and Hindu religions, it’d be a wise decision to bring along some of those clothing items. And apart from that some of the pubs, clubs, and even some restaurants outside and in the same hotel you are in too may restrict you to enter if you’re wearing shorts and open shoes or flip-flops. Even though this is not the case in most places, it’s always better to be prepared.
3. Sri Lanka is a country blessed with many beautiful sights and thousands of tourist attractions, so know what are the most important ones you want to see during your vacation, or if you just want to lay back and relax and maybe have a little bit of adventure. Planning ahead will be the wisest decision as train tickets and rooms may require to be booked ahead.
4. Don’t miss the chance of tasting every local food with its own unique flavors. One plate’s taste may differ drastically from the one before so be sure to taste everything to make the best of your holiday because some of the delicious food in Sri Lanka will not be easy to find outside the country mostly. Also, do dare to eat with your hands and let go off the fork and the spoons if you dare. Don’t forget to taste the luscious tea plucked fresh from the hillsides. And be aware from what restaurants you dine, while some small shops offer a very good and clean food, most small shops may not be having exactly 5 stars when it comes to hygiene. So rethink your choices before dining in very small shops mainly if they don’t have a separate name board made specifically for the restaurant.
5. Another thing you shouldn’t miss is your chance at witnessing the mesmerizing wildlife. There are places where you can even witness herds of elephants in one single place. So be sure to catch a sight of the wildlife in Sri Lanka during your vacation.
6. Respect is one attribute that most Sri Lankans are known for, so respecting elders, priests of all religions and people of all religions and respecting the Sri Lankans will make sure to not drag unwanted troubles that very rarely occurs. It’s better not to take a risk anyway. All around the country it’ll be wisest to not speak of any political matters of Sri Lanka and racism may be best avoided to stay out of trouble.
7. You may, at some point of your time in Sri Lanka, require a tuk-tuk or a three-wheeler otherwise known as taxi. But they can be very tricky and charge you probably more than the certain amount so be sure to catch a taxi with an meter or jot down one of the many hotlines of companies that have a chain of tuk-tuks at your service which you can be sure won’t charge more than the amount necessary.
8. Full moons are taken quite seriously in Sri Lanka because the days hold importance in Buddhism. So on full moons all bars, pubs and clubs will be closed basically until 12 midnight of the Poya day or the full moon day.
9. Most things in Sri Lanka are always negotiable, from tuk-tuk rides to shopping. While big clothing complexes and places with a price tag already on the good are not negotiable. Goods without price tags are mostly negotiable.
10. One of the last things you should know, definitely not the last thing you should do, is that you shouldn’t drink any tap water. You may see locals drinking from some taps but that maybe because they know that for sure is clean or also because they’re used to unclean water or because they can’t afford to drink clean water. So it’s for the best if you avoid tap water altogether.

 

Contact many of the Travel Agents in Sri Lanka who will be more than happy to assist you with many more tips and advises. They will also not fail to guide you and give you more details about the above mentioned facts. Check out one of the known and trusted tour operators in SriLanka Tours and Travels for the best rates and a trusted opinion that will give you a plenty to choose from and a safe tour. Last but not least, “Suba gaman!”- Safe Journey!