PEARL OF THE
INDIAN OCEAN
From majestic rainforests to idyllic shores, embrace the diverse beauty of the island of Sri Lanka
A blissfully exotic retreat in the south of Asia, Sri Lanka boasts glorious landscapes, pristine beaches and a captivating cultural heritage. The unspoilt natural backdrops will have you in awe and the abundant diversity of experiences on offer guarantee to make your romantic adventure unforgettable. With its calm sea breeze and tropical all year round climate, Sri Lanka is the perfect destination for a sun-soaked wedding.
BEAUTIFUL BEACHES
Sri Lanka is renowned for its 1,600km of picturesque whitesand shores that are often named as some of the best beaches in the world. From palm-fringed coasts with golden sands to smaller beaches with coral reefs, the island offers it all. For a calm and secluded beach, visit Mirissa at the southern tip of the island. Possessing some of the most stunning sunsets and sunrises, this breath-taking location is a perfect place for an intimate getaway with your true love. The sensational scenery of the shores may tempt you to lay back and soak up some rays but for couples looking to be adventurous, Sri Lanka also provides a great variety of watersports. For surfing fanatics, Arugam Bay is the place to go. A crescentshaped curl of soft sands, the bay is home to a famed point break that many regard as the best surf spot on the island.
OUT AND ABOUT
Of course, the sandy beaches and blue water lagoons are not the only things to experience when you are in the country. Brimming with fascinating culture and diverse landscapes, Sri Lanka is home to many spectacular tourist attractions. If you appreciate magnificent scenery, then the mountain of Adam’ s Peak is certainly worth a visit. Well known for its rock formation near the summit called the‘ sacred footprint’, the mountain is regarded as holy ground. In Christian tradition, it is seen as the first place Adam set foot on Earth after being cast from heaven. In Buddhism, it is referred to as a footprint, left by the Buddha as he headed towards paradise. The peak is beautiful, surrounded by high mountains and glorious blue skies. If you or your partner are animal-lovers, visit Yala National Park. Yala holds the record for the highest leopard population in the world and is home to a variety of species including majestic elephants, sloth bears and crocodiles( yalasrilanka. lk).
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