Ella - Sri Lanka
Ella, Sri Lanka is a beautiful place ... If you're looking at this
web site you probably already know that and you are getting ready to
visit! So here's where the difference comes in ... This is the Insiders guide to Ella, Sri Lanka, so you can visit knowing exactly who you need to talk to and how much things should cost before you even get to Ella.Thursday, November 22, 2012
Sunday, November 18, 2012
Mirissa Beach
Mirissa Beach
Sri Lanka has been known by many names over the centuries. During the
years under the British occupation is was known as Ceylon and many years
before that it was called Serendib, a word now used to describe utter
tranquility and relaxation.
Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Dalada Maligawa - Sri Lanka
Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Arugam Bay, Ullae (Pottuvil, Sri Lanka)
Arugam Bay, Ullae (Pottuvil, Sri Lanka)
A small fishing village up to recently only known to some die hard
surfers. For which AbaY counted as Asia's Surfing Mecca, ever since the
1960s. Due to Sri Lanka's long civil war this remote half moon shaped
Bay has been almost unknown to any other visitors and tourists. The
consistent swell, long runs, shark free, permanently warm (28C) crystal
clear waters, relaxed life onshore and budget accommodation however has
elevated Arugam Bay onto the international surfer's map. In June 2010
ASP (Association of Surfing Professionals) held a successful
international competition at A-Bay – as it's known – which was won by
Australian Julian Wilson..
Arugam Bay is often mentioned to be in the top 10 of the world's surf
spots, due to a basket of favorable factors. The average wave height
however rarely exceeds 3–4 Meters. Most of the resort was wiped off in
the 2004 Tsunami when AbaY suffered a direct hit by a 16–18 Meter wave,
caused by its long coral reef located at the Main Surf Point also known
as "Upali's" point. Other known surf breaks nearby are Pottuvil Point,
Whisky Point, Okanda Bay, Panama, Green Room, Urani. "Arugam Surf" is
Sri Lanka's first and rather remarkable, popular Facebook page with
27,000 fans giving almost daily updates of relevant events from the Bay
itself.
from wikipedia
Monday, November 12, 2012
Dunhinda Waterfall - Sri Lanka
Dunhinda Waterfall
To reach the water fall you have to walk more than 1 km distance along a foot path. Along this foot path you can see another small waterfall called Kuda Dunhinda at a distance. However walking along this muddy foot path is really worth as the waterfall is so beautiful. Along this foot path there are many native venders selling herbal drinks to refresh and rest yourself. At the end of the path there is a secure stage constructed for viewers to see the waterfall. If you are brave enough you can reach the foot of the waterfall and cross the river and see the most beautiful view of the fall.
from Wikipedia
Sunday, November 11, 2012
Esala Perahera - Kandy - Sri Lanka
Esala Perahera
Esala Perahera (the festival of the tooth) is the grand festival of Esala held in Sri Lanka.
It is very grand with elegant costumes. Happening in July or August in
Kandy, it has become a unique symbol of Sri Lanka. It is a Buddhist festival consisting of dances and nicely decorated elephants.
There are fire-dances, whip-dances, Kandian dances and various other
cultural dances. The elephants are usually adorned with lavish garments.
The festival ends with the traditional 'diya-kepeema'.
from wikipedia http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Esala_Perahera
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