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Sri Lanka, formerly Ceylon, is located in South Asia, known for its tea and cinnamon industries. Gaining independence from the British in 1948 after over 130 years of resource exploitation, environmental degradation and indigenous erasure, Sri Lanka endured a civil war until 2009. Although the conflict was not globally discussed, the existing tensions are still evident. The civil war, beginning in 1983, began with the Tamil Tigers (Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam) uprising against the Sinhalese-dominated government, fighting for an independent state, Tamil Eelam. Despite the war 'ending' in 2009, Sri Lanka is still a country of relative division, with the majorty buddhist Sinhalese community and the minority Tamil Hindu community having stark political, soical and economic divisions.
Recommended Media:
The Seven Moons of Maali Almedia - Shehan Karunatilaka (I lost it before I finished it :(
The Road from Elephant Pass- Nihal De Silva (First book I bought when Iwas there)
Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations - Sri Lanka (season 5, episode 9)
The Last Kings of Lanka substack - Sam Dalrymple ( This came out far after I was back but super interesting)
Kandy
Kandy
Reccomended Hostel: Eden Hostel
A short bus ride from Columbo and arguably a better place to begin the trip.
A short bus ride from Columbo and arguably a better place to begin the trip.
Reccomendations:
Reccomendations:
Queen's royal baths
Kandy Lake Club - Cultural Dance Show
Kandy Municipal Cental Market
Sri Dalada Maligawa
Modi in Kotugodella veediya
Balaji Dosai
Colonial Kitchen
Trincomalee
Trincomalee
Reccomended Hostel : Laughing Lepoard
North-Eastern Coast of Sri Lanka, a majority Tamil- spekaing port city. Known for it's whale watching.
Reccomendations:
Shri Kadrakali Amman Hindu Kovil
Thirukonswarm Kovil
Sri Lakshmi Narayana Perumal Kovil
Sunrise dolphin watching
Sri Lanka axis deer (There isn't a place, just look out for them, they are cute)
Thaya Sea Food Bar
Next Place doesn't have a loco on my maps, but first right out from LL- Best pittu and hoppers in Sl
Trincomalee War Cemetary
Anuradhapura
Anuradhapura
I do not recommend the homestay we stayed :)
However, I met the kindest man named Sanjaya in Trincomalee who drove to Anuradhapura to give us a tour of his hometown, and took us to his house to eat lunch with his family. The kindness of Sri Lankans, in particular Tamil Sri Lankans is truly something very special.
The ancient Sinahlese capital and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Anuradhapura is a less visited location, however, in terms of architecture and historical knowledge, I would highly reccomend, trip can be done in 1 night, 2 days.
The ancient Sinahlese capital and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Anuradhapura is a less visited location, however, in terms of architecture and historical knowledge, I would highly reccomend, trip can be done in 1 night, 2 days.
Recommendations:
Recommendations:
We did a 7-hour tour of all the stupas and anciet monestaries:
Isurumuniya Temple
Jaya Sri Maha Bohdi - World's Oldest Tree!
Ruwanweil Maha Seya
Abhayagiriya
Thuparamaya
Mirisawetiya
Jethawanaramaya
Lamlaramaya
Samadhi Buddha State
Isinbassagala Ruwangiri Rajamaha Viharaya
Sri Charikarama Maha Viharaya
Ranmasu Uyana
Sana Hiru Seya
I may be forgetting a few sawyyyy
Sigiriya
Sigiriya
Recommended hostel: Treehouse Hostel
GADDAMN LOOK AT THAT ROCK
One of the more popular tourist spots due to Sigiriya Rock
Recommendations:
Dambulla day trip- ancient museum- Golden Temple of Dambulla (UNSECO world heratige site)
Sigiriya Wewa lake viewpoint
Athula restaurant
Pidurangala Rock sunrise hike (actual view of Lion Rock- cheaper and wayyyy less busy
Rent a bike to drive around the area
Nuwara Eliya:
Nuwara Eliya:
I don't know whether i didnt do it right or it just wasn't for me, but the only thing I would recommend about the area is the tea plantations asnd that is it.
Ella
Ella
Reccomended : Wild Bee Hostel (Slightly more expensive but definatly reccomend for a short stay)
By far my faviourite place in Sri Lanka, from nature, to nightlife to food I think Ella has the perfect combination of the three,
By far my faviourite place in Sri Lanka, from nature, to nightlife to food I think Ella has the perfect combination of the three,
Reccomendations:
Reccomendations:
Kandy- Ella train
Kubalwela Maha Meun Asapuwa (Best temple I saw)
Little Adam's Peak
Cafe One love
La Mensa
Tea Tasting
House of Kitchen (Only actually spicy food)
Kuda Ravana Wterdall (Go early of the journey back may be misty and dangerous)
Arugum Bay
Arugum Bay
Reccomended: Hangten Hostel
The party portion of the trip was a brilliant way to end the trip. Perfect place to end if you want to meet lots of people, go to some cool events and learn how to surf. If, however, you want a bit more culture and tranquillity, I would suggest Hiriketiya.
The party portion of the trip was a brilliant way to end the trip. Perfect place to end if you want to meet lots of people, go to some cool events and learn how to surf. If, however, you want a bit more culture and tranquillity, I would suggest Hiriketiya.
Reccomendation:
Reccomendation:
Crocodile Point Jungle Rave
Mambo's beach rave
The hangout
surfing lessons
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