Sigiriya
Sigiriya Lion Rock Climb Guide: Frescoes, Summit Views and Pidurangala at Dawn
How to climb Sri Lanka's 5th-century rock citadel well, from its water gardens and frescoes to the summit, plus Pidurangala for sunrise.
Experiential Traveller · Journal
Destination Guides
11 stories in Destination Guides, from the Experiential Traveller journal.
Hill Country Railway
The Kandy to Ella Train: A Guide to Sri Lanka’s Most Scenic Rail Journey
How to ride the Kandy to Ella train, from choosing a seat to the best season and why Nanu Oya is a clever place to join.
Dambulla
Dambulla Cave Temple: A Traveller’s Guide to Sri Lanka’s Golden Rock Shrines
Five painted caves, more than 150 Buddha images and two thousand years of devotion. How to visit the Dambulla Cave Temple well.
Ella, Hill Country
Things to Do in Ella: Bridges, Peaks and Tea in Sri Lanka’s Hill Country
From the Nine Arch Bridge to Little Adam's Peak and Ella Rock, the best things to do in Ella and how to enjoy them at an unhurried pace.
Cultural Triangle
Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa Ancient Cities: A Guide to Sri Lanka’s Great Capitals
Sacred trees, colossal stupas and serene granite Buddhas. A practical guide to Sri Lanka's two great ancient capitals.
Horton Plains
The Horton Plains World’s End Hike: A Walk to the Edge of Sri Lanka
How to walk the Horton Plains World's End loop, from beating the morning mist to spotting sambar deer and highland endemic birds.
Kandy
Temple of the Tooth Kandy: A Guide to Sri Lanka’s Most Sacred Shrine
Drumming at dusk, a relic in nested golden caskets and the Esala Perahera. How to visit Kandy's Temple of the Tooth with respect.
Nuwara Eliya
Nuwara Eliya Tea Country: A Guide to Visiting Sri Lanka’s Tea Plantations
The history, flavour and craft behind Ceylon tea, and how to visit a tea plantation in the cool, misty highlands around Nuwara Eliya.
Galle Fort
Galle Fort Walking Guide: Ramparts, Lanes and Sunset on Sri Lanka’s South Coast
How to explore Galle Fort on foot, from bastions and colonial lanes to Flag Rock at sunset, with a suggested route and practical tips.
Arugam Bay, East Coast
Arugam Bay Surfing: A Guide to Sri Lanka’s East Coast Surf Capital
When to go, which breaks to surf and what to see beyond the waves in Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka's laid-back east coast surf capital.
Sigiriya · Thalkote Wewa
Captivating Sigiriya Sunrise and Sunset Boat Ride
Nestled in the heart of Sri Lanka, the iconic Sigiriya Rock stands as a testament to the island’s rich history and natural beauty. While exploring the ancient…
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