Indian Ocean Supplement DWHA Special Edition | Page 14

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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