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Galle or Dutch Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site is located in the bay of Galle, southwest coast of Sri Lanka. It’s a historic beautiful cobbled-stone place filled with Portuguese and Dutch era buildings, quaint shops, cafes, and restaurants. It’s a MUST when travelling in Sri Lanka
I stayed in Mirissa which was only an hour local bus ride to Galle. I was blown away with the scene. I wasn’t expecting a European atmosphere. It’s very different from all the places I visited in Sri Lanka. I spent the whole day exploring and relaxing on the beach by the lighthouse. The shops have unique souvenirs and home wares that you can only find in Galle Fort, make sure to check them out too.
You can also check my post about awesome things to do in Ella.
I had an amazing time backpacking in India for a month, but I knew I needed some time to relax before going back to Australia. Sri Lanka is like a breath of fresh air! I didn’t have any big plans and I only have two weeks left. I spent most of my time in Mirissa, a beach town located in the south coast; beach and lazy days every day!
I stayed for two days in Kandy then took a train ride to Ella. Ella is a natural beauty small town with stunning views, hikes and weather! Here are the things that you can do.
Take a train ride from Kandy to Ella (or Ella to Kandy)
One of the top things to do in Sri Lanka is to experience the scenic train ride from Kandy to Ella known as one of the most beautiful in the world. It’s a 7 hour train ride with endless views of tea plantations, waterfalls, villages, mountains, and a quick glimpse of the local life.
Sunrise hike at Little Adam’s Peak
It only takes an hour from Ella town. We made it just before the sunrise and the view was breathtaking!
Nine Arch Bridge
Another a must thing to do in Ella is to check out the famous Nine Arch bridge. We were lucky to be in time to see the train crossing.
Visit a tea factory
Sir Thomas Lipton bought his first tea plantation in Sri Lanka and now known as the Lipton tea. Sri Lanka is one the top tea producer in the world. It’s interesting to see the whole process. We also got the chance to meet the hard working and very friendly women picking tea leaves.
Swim at the Secret Waterfalls
A nice little gate away just outside the town.
Eat local dishes
Colourful and delicious vegetable curries.
Sri Lankan breakfast consists of coconut rotti, dahl curry and coconut sambal.
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Sigiriya (traduit de la langue cingalaise - «Lion’s rock») - l'attraction principale du Sri Lanka, située dans la partie centrale de l'État insulaire, dans le district de Matale. Il s'agit d'un plateau rocheux à 370 mètres d'altitude, au sommet duquel se trouve un complexe de palais et de forteresse en ruine, entouré d'un vaste réseau de jardins, piscines et autres bâtiments anciens délabrés.
Le plateau rocheux de Sigiriya est une puissante formation formée du magma d'un volcan éteint et détruit. Il s'élève à 170 mètres au-dessus de la plaine plate environnante.