Destinations
Where to go in Sri Lanka
Ancient kingdoms, misty tea hills, wild safaris and golden beaches, all within a few hours’ drive of each other. Local tips from the people who drive these roads every week.
Sigiriya
The Lion Rock fortress and Cultural Triangle
Kandy
Sacred Temple of the Tooth and hill-country culture
Nuwara Eliya
Tea estates, waterfalls and cool mountain air
Ella
Nine Arch Bridge, scenic train and jungle hikes
Yala
Leopard and elephant safaris
Galle
A Dutch-era fort by the Indian Ocean
Mirissa
Surf, sunsets and whale watching
Colombo
Sri Lanka’s buzzing coastal capital