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1. Ariyapala Mask Factory Museum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Borella Kanatte General Cemetery ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Dambulla Cave Temple

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4. Dutch Period Museum

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5. Fa Hien Cave

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6. Galle Fort

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7. Horton Plains National Park

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8. Koneswaram Temple

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9. Kumbuk River Resort

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10. National Art Gallery

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11. National Maritime Museum Galle

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12. Nissanka Malla’s Palace

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13. Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage

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14. Royal Botanic Gardens

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15. Royal Palace Kandy

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16. Saint Anthony's Church And Cemetery

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17. Sathmahal Prasada

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18. Sigiriya

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19. Sri Pada Adam’s Peak

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20. Temple of the Tooth

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21. Traditional Puppet Art Museum

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22. Udawalawe National Park

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23. Unawatuna Peace Pagoda

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24. Wewurukannala Vihara

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25. Yala National Park

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • The island nation of Sri Lanka is located in the Indian Ocean, south of India.
  • It is well known for its beautiful landscapes, which vary from sandy beaches to green rainforests, and the range of wildlife found within these lands includes everything from monkeys to leopards to elephants.
  • Visitors to Sri Lanka will enjoy exploring some of the most spectacularly beautiful ruins in the world, including the famous fortress of Sigiriya, located at the top of a rocky mountain.
  • Whether interacting with Asian elephants at the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage or exploring prehistoric history at Fa Hien Cave, Sri Lanka is full of activities and wonders for travelers of every taste.

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