Called the Tears of the Indian Ocean, what kind of country is Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka, also known as Ceylon, is known as the tears of the Indian Ocean and is also known as the "Land of Angels". After setting foot on this land, you will feel that the name "Land of Angels" is more suitable. Strangers are kind. The smiles of the children, the clear eyes of the children, and the people who help us unconditionally when we need help. If Sri Lanka is a teardrop of the Buddha, it must be a teardrop condensed by a smile.

Sri Lanka

Located in South Asia, formerly known as Ceylon, it is located in the southeast of India, close to the equator. Although it is small in area, it is extremely rich in tourism resources-it has eight world heritage sites, charming seaside, mysterious religions, and rich flora and fauna. Resources, hospitable people, low prices, and unique exotic culture? In addition, Sri Lanka’s gems and black tea are famous all over the world.

TOP1 The eighth wonder of the world - Lion Rock

Lion Rock, the landmark of Sri Lanka, is known as the eighth wonder of the world. It has a long history of culture and ancient legends. There used to be a magnificent palace in the sky on the top of the rock, but now it has become the back garden of monkeys. They scrutinize everyone who visits like a guard in the city. Lion Rock was buried in the jungle for several centuries. It was not until the middle of the 19th century that the British hunter Bell discovered this palace in the sky. How it was built has always been a subject that archaeologists are happy to explore. Lion Rock has two major attractions: one is to admire the world-famous "Angel-like Girl" mural in Sigiriya through the spiral staircase; the other is to climb to the top. At the top, watch the sunset fill the land.

TOP2 Buddha Tooth Relic Temple - dedicated to the tooth relic of Sakyamuni Buddha

The Buddha Tooth Relic Temple is located in the north of Kandy Lake. An important Buddhist sacred object - the tooth relic of Buddha Sakyamuni. According to legend, only two of Sakyamuni's tooth relics are handed down to the world. One is treasured in the Tooth Relic Pagoda at Badachu in Xishan, Beijing. In the Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy, all tourists are subject to strict security checks, and visitors are required to take off their shoes and wear long clothes that cover their arms and knees.

TOP3 Ceylon Tea Garden. ——Life in Lanka

Sri Lanka is full of tea, which supports the economy of the entire Sri Lanka. The climate here is mild, the altitude is moderate, and there are sloping plains. It is a geomantic treasure for growing tea. It is used almost all over the world. I know that this small island is rich in the best black tea. The mountains, tea gardens, valleys and clouds are full of beautiful scenery. Along the way, I meet hard-working and simple tea-picking girls. The blue sky, sea of ​​flowers, and mountains of tea fields are all concentrated here. In an ideal world, the most beautiful tropics should look like this. Not only do locals have three meals a day, but in their spare time, they will make a cup of strong black tea, add a thick layer of milk and a cube of sugar, and sip it slowly. Drink.

TOP4 Ancient City of Galle - The Style of Lanka

Galle Castle, also known as Galle Fortress, is an ancient city where people are still living. It was built in During the Portuguese rule in the 16th century, the Dutch colonists rebuilt and expanded the city on the basis of the original city defense. Since the 18th century, Galle has begun to take shape as a barrier. Galle has the ancient old city wall as an iconic symbol of the local landscape, witnessing the changes during the colonial period. At the same time, it is also the guardian of the ancient city, protecting the entire ancient city during the tsunami, so that all the buildings in the ancient city were not damaged by the tsunami, and it also allows us today to continue to visit this intact world cultural heritage.

TOP5 Elephant Orphanage - A place that truly protects elephants

The Elephant Orphanage was built by the Sri Lanka Wildlife Department in 1975. It mainly adopts homeless and lost animals. Entering deep pits or traps, or breaking away from the herd, especially young elephants that are seriously injured or sick. The elephants living here are carefully cared for. In order to reduce the financial burden on the government, the elephant orphanage is open to tourists regularly, and some trained elephants will also perform performances to attract tourists to raise funds. Although I had seen elephants and even rode on them when I went to Thailand before, this was the first time in my life that I saw so many at once. Many Buddhist countries regard elephants as national treasures, and Sri Lanka is no exception.

The elephants living here are fed and bathed by dedicated people. Visitors can freely feed the elephants and have close contact with these behemoths. Now the Elephant Orphanage has become a must-visit famous attraction for tourists. The signature attraction is that you can see groups of elephants rushing to the river to take a bath.

TOP6 Countries with the Most Beautiful Train Lines in the World

Sea Train: The prototype of the sea train in "Spirited Away". The railway from Galle to Colombo is built along the seaside and takes about 3 hours. It is the longest coastline railway in the world. There are lush forests and rice fields on one side, and the blue Indian Ocean on the other. The train rides along the seaside, and everyone will feel relaxed and happy.

Alpine train: From Kandy to Nuwara Eliya, this section is known as "the most beautiful mountain train line in the world", but it takes about 7 hours because it is too long. It is recommended to only take the most scenic section. The section from Nuwara Eliya to ELLA only takes about 3.5 hours, and you need to take a bus to Nanuoya Railway Station. At an altitude of about 1,800 meters, the train passes through vast, green tea gardens and virgin forest areas, shrouded in clouds and mist, and is breathtaking. It is one of the most beautiful train lines in the world.

Best Travel Time

Lanka is suitable for travel almost all year round, with the annual temperature being around 23-31 degrees. Heavy rains are likely to occur only in May and part of November at the beginning of the rainy season. Don't worry that continuous heavy rains will rarely occur in other months. On the contrary, everything grows during the rainy season, and all creatures become more colorful. The seasons with the most tourists are during the Tooth Relic Festival in August and during Christmas. At this time, local prices will increase across the board. The best time to travel is from January to March. There is less rainfall and comfortable temperatures during this period. Heavy rains occur frequently in early May and November, so it is recommended to avoid these two periods. The rainy season is from May to September in the southwest and the dry season is in the northeast. In August, there is a grand Buddha Tooth Relic Festival, and there is a small peak season for travel. October is the monsoon intermission period, the dry season for the entire island, with a small amount of rainfall in some areas. The dry season is from November to March of the following year in the northeastern region, and the rainy season is in the southwest region. There will be peak travel season during Christmas and Spring Festival. April is the monsoon intermission period, the dry season for the entire island, with a small amount of rainfall in some areas. It's the hottest time of the year.