Emerald Green Bamboo Forests of Arashiyama
Emerald bamboo groves in Arashiyama enchant at first sight — linger to wander serene temples, photogenic shrines and cherry blossoms drifting along the Ōi River.
Ella’s Must Dos: Epic Waterfalls, Train Rides & Jungle Mountains
Ella’s iconic Nine Arches Bridge — a steel‑free viaduct amid rolling hills, tea fields and cloud forests — plus thunderous waterfalls, scenic train rides and sacred temples.
Best of Kandy: Giant Buddha’s, Lush Botanical Gardens & Steamy Fire Dancing
Ringed by tea estates and lush rainforests, Kandy is famous for sacred Buddhist sites — most notably the Temple of the Tooth — its heart is the picturesque Kandy Lake.
Ancient City of Polonnaruwa
From Sigiriya, the ancient capital Polonnaruwa is a short journey away — a UNESCO gem of temples, stupas and sacred ruins that whisper Sri Lanka’s royal past.
Sigiriya: Lion Rock & the Enchanting Dambulla Caves
Dambulla, in central Sri Lanka near Sigiriya, charms visitors with the towering Sigiriya Rock Fortress and the wonderfully preserved Dambulla Cave Temple complex — both rewarding climbs.