Magical Journeys by Ruwan Sri Lanka

Udawalawa tourism region is located in Rathnapura district bordering Monaragala, Hambantota and Mathara districts. Udawalawe National park,Udawalawa reservoir and chandrika wewa (lake) add priceless value to udawalawa tourism region.         This region provide very easy access to most popular park Yala and Bundala national parks and Hambantota, Mathara and Tangalle towns. Pure water sheds and virgin waterfalls complete the  beauty of this region. Beautiful water falls are Handapan falls,atha watuna falls,Kolonna falls, Dull fall, Mala fall,Kurulu fall etc.. Specific tourist attractions: Ten bends of Rakwana and sooriya kanda morning side. Religious places: 1, Sankapala rajamaha viharaya and pussadeva cemetary. Located closer to Rathnapura -Embilipitiya main road . history of this area goes far back Anuradhapura period. (5th century BC to 9th century AD). 2,Ammadu Katharagama devalaya. This historical hindu temple is located in rich...

Udawalawa tourism region is located in Rathnapura district bordering Monaragala, Hambantota and Mathara districts. Udawalawe National park,Udawalawa reservoir and chandrika wewa (lake) add priceless value to udawalawa tourism region.         This region provide very easy access to most popular park Yala and Bundala national parks and Hambantota, Mathara and Tangalle towns. Pure water sheds and virgin waterfalls complete the  beauty of this region. Beautiful water falls are Handapan falls,atha watuna falls,Kolonna falls, Dull fall, Mala fall,Kurulu fall etc.. Specific tourist attractions: Ten bends of Rakwana and sooriya kanda morning side. Religious places: 1, Sankapala rajamaha viharaya and pussadeva cemetary. Located closer to Rathnapura -Embilipitiya main road . history of this area goes far back Anuradhapura period. (5th century BC to 9th century AD). 2,Ammadu Katharagama devalaya. This historical hindu temple is located in rich bio...

Udawalawa tourism region is located in Rathnapura district bordering Monaragala, Hambantota and Mathara districts. Udawalawe National park,Udawalawa reservoir and chandrika wewa (lake) add priceless value to udawalawa tourism region.         This region provide very easy access to most popular park Yala and Bundala national parks and Hambantota, Mathara and Tangalle towns. Pure water sheds and virgin waterfalls complete the  beauty of this region. Beautiful water falls are Handapan falls,atha watuna falls,Kolonna falls, Dull fall, Mala fall,Kurulu fall etc.. Specific tourist attractions: Ten bends of Rakwana and sooriya kanda morning side. Religious places: 1, Sankapala rajamaha viharaya and pussadeva cemetary. Located closer to Rathnapura -Embilipitiya main road . history of this area goes far back Anuradhapura period. (5th century BC to 9th century AD). 2,Ammadu Katharagama devalaya. This historical hindu temple is located closer to R...

Attractive 10 places to visit in Colombo. Colombo is not the capital of Sri Lanka.It serves as commercial capital of the Island while Sri Jayewardenepura stays as capital city of Sri Lanka. When tourists visit to Sri Lanka by air then they have to take ground transport to reach Colombo as the City lies on 90 minutes drive away from the Katunayake International Airport.  When we visit Colombo what actually we see? Is it easy to explore the city by our self without assistance? Of course, Colombo is an easy going city with so many transportation options available like public busess, tuk tuks, cars, trains, mini buses etc... However, there are 10 attractive things worth visiting when you are in Colombo.   01, Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara        This is one of the most popular and sacred temples in Colombo. History of this temple goes far back to 6 th century B.C. According history, The Buddha has visited to Kalaniya and has preache...

Spice www.ruwantrips.net Clove Cloves which are the flower buds of a form of evergreen tree .primarily used as a spice but are also used for medicine cloves are harvested and traded mainly in Sri  Lanka. Nutmeg Nutmeg is the seed of a type of evergreen tree. while mace is the reddish  net like covering surrounding the seed.nutmeg and mace used as a flavoring for many sweet dishes from the cuisines of  various countries .it is also an essential ingredient in many chrism's favorites and also used for perfume and medicine.    Pepper Pepper generally refers to black, white, and green. pepper is the spice that is commonly traded in the world. it is used for Spiciness as a chili replacement   www.ruwantrips.net

Cinnamon Lodge Habarana  Just 4 hours from the airport, located in the Dry Zone of Sri Lanka’s North Central Province, the Cinnamon Lodge Habarana is the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of life. Built on a replica of the foundations of the nearby Ritigala ruins, an ancient palace-turned-monastery, our resort brings the original concept of a royal retreat to the 21 st  century, with luxurious private cottages and suites all fitted with ultra-modern amenities. A haven for the time traveler, the nature lover, the escapist, and the explorer, Cinnamon Lodge Habarana is a 5-star resort nestled in nature’s serenity right in the heart of Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle. A place that soothes the soul, rejuvenates the senses, and awakens the mind with heavy doses of nature’s tranquillity and centuries-old hospitality. Located amidst green forests, the Cinnamon Lodge Habarana offers air-conditioned rooms with a private balcony. The hotel boasts a large outdoor pool...

KANDY Kandy is a World Heritage city in Sri Lanka  The Temple of the Tooth        The Temple of the Tooth (Sri Dalada Maligawa) is a temple in the city of Kandy in Sri Lanka. It was built within the royal place complex which houses the only surviving relic of Buddha which is venerated by Buddhist .the relic which is situated in the temple of tooth played an important role in local politic  since ancient time . It is believed that whoever holds the Temple of tooth relic holds the governance of the country. which naturally caused the ancient kings to protect the Temple of the Tooth with great effort Kandy was the capital of the Sinhalese Kings. *  Kandy (Tooth relic Temple) is. 115.km away from Colombo, and 102.km from Katunayake Airport.                                                       ...

Diyaluma Water falls  Diyaluma water Falls is the second highest waterfall in Sri Lanka,(172.m high) and 361st highest in the world. It is situated in Badulla district ( 200.km away from Colombo )  www.ruwantrips.net    www.ruwantrips.net

Hakgala Botanical Garden       Hakgala Botanical garden is the second largest garden in Sri Lanka, it was established in 1861. It is situated on the Nuwara Eliya (16 .km from Nuwara Eliya /173.km. from Colombo.)  The garden has a cool temperate climate. there are over 10000 species of flora planted here, it is famous for number of species of Orchids and Roses  During the spring season in Nuwara Eliya thousands of visitors com to see the bloom here. www.ruwantrips.net

Amaya Lake  Dambulla,Sri Lanka A tropical haven complete with sweeping views of Kandalama Lake, Amaya Lake surrounds you with natural beauty. Choose your oasis from one of our 120 guest rooms and suites, designed in harmony with the unspoiled environs of the resort. Enjoy waking up each morning to the humming of birds and let the airy breeze and quiet whispers of rustling trees enliven your senses. Each room resonates a home-away-from-home impression, with soft, earthy tones to let your mind escape from the cares of the world. This Resort has been classified as an Eco-friendly Resort with its natural surroundings amidst an unspoilt environment rich in biodiversity. The unexpected sightings of wildlife and the continuous humming of birds adds to the feeling of being one with nature. www.ruwantrips.net Reservations Contact: +94 114 767 888/800 - Resort Contact: +94 664 461 500 - Fax: +94 66-2286932 - E-mail:  reservatio...

HORTON  PLAINS( Nuwara Eliya) Horton plains is the central highlands of Sri Lanka and popular tourist destination, covered by Montanan grassland and cloud forest.The Horton plains vegetation is grassland interspersed with* Montana forest.* Large herds of Sri Lankan Sambar deer, & typical mammals,Bird,*pools and water falls,    The sheer precipice of word's End ( sheer precipice with 870.m drop./ situated at the southern boundary of the park ) and Baker's falls are among the tourist attraction of the park.mist can persist in the most of the day during the wet season.  * Nearly 750 species of plants belonging to 20 families have been recorded from the park. *54 woody plant * 87 species of bird  Some research finding estimate the population of sambar deer to be around 1500-2000 in the park. www.ruwantrips.net www.ruwantrips.net