Sri Lanka is so much more than just a beach destination. An utterly different climate and environment exist at the higher elevations of the Tea Country.
Ella is the perfect spot for hillside treks through rows of manicured tea bushes while Lipton’s Seat at Haputale & World’s End at Nuwara Elliya possess stunning views all the way down to the south coast.
The ancient capital of Kandy represents the centre of native Sri Lankan culture with traditional dancing and batik art. Further north lay the rock fortress of Sigiriya and the Cultural Triangle comprising Polonnaruwa, Anuradhapura & Dambulla. Since peace has returned to Sri Lanka in the last couple of years, the Tamil city of Jaffna is once more accessible as is the eastern port of Trincomalee. With such variety, it is no wonder Marco Polo described it as the finest island of its size in the world.