An island country located south of India, Sri Lanka is in the Indian Ocean and is part of Southern Asia. The capital city of Sri Lanka is Sri Jayawardenepura, but the commercial capital of the country is actually Colombo. This country boasts a population of over twenty million, and is a place where the culture is vibrant and colorful and the surroundings diverse and varied.
The climate in Sri Lanka can vary between regions, and whereas the lowlands have a humid, tropical climate the central hills offer a cooler climate. Most visitors to this destination find the climate agreeable all year round. You will find striking and diverse landscapes in Sri Lanka, from beaches and rivers to jungle and rolling hills. For those that enjoy soaking up nature this is a wonderful choice of destination, and you will find plenty to enjoy including wildlife, beautiful gardens, and you can even take a trip to the elephant orphanage.
Sri Lanka boasts a rich history and heritage, and there are many sights and attractions that will enable you to explore this. Amongst the places of interest are the Dutch Fortifications at Galle, the Royal City of Kandy, the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, and the Cave Temples of Dambulla. There are also many museums to visit here, such as the National Museum of Natural History and the Dutch Period Museum.
You can enjoy exploring the vibrant culture of Sri Lanka through an array of festivities and events that take place over the course of the year, which allow you to sample the lifestyle and traditions of the area. You will find plenty of places to stay when you visit Sri Lanka, so finding suitable accommodation to suit your pocket as well as your needs should not be a problem.
