4 Gorgeous Places in Sri Lanka That Are Famous For their Unmatched Beauty

Summary- The fact couldn`t be more emphasized that Sri Lanka has a lot more to offer including the capital city of Colombo. Surrounded by plenty of places, one can explore these places to give a kick-start to their holiday. Read on to know more.

Travelers who arrive at Bandaranaike Airport in Colombo can either drive straight to the beaches or can stay for couple of days in the capital city to explore the coveted places surrounding it. Sri Lanka has a long list of stunning places that have made their name for their unmatched beauty. Most of the tourists visit Colombo only as a gateway to more scenic locations.

But if they can spend few days before going exploring to another part of the island, we take a look at some of the best places to visit outside the capital. If you have got your Sri Lanka ETA visa approved, then discover how to reach these places:

1.       Tangalle- A popular beach town which is located to the east of Galle, Tangalle has an array of amazing beaches and various nice stays. There is one gigantic rocky outcrop with tiny little sandy beaches scattered between the rocks. The hotels in Tangalle offer great views and are adorned with tall coconut tree plantations.

2.       Mirissa- For those who would like to spot whales, Mirissa is a perfect coastal town. Whale watching here is done from boats and snorkeling or swimming close to the waters is not recommended. This coastal beach is in a beautiful shape of crescent moon with line of palm trees that keep the guest houses and hotels hidden, giving it absolutely natural surroundings. Beach holiday is on mind? Apply for Sri Lanka ETA visa today!

3.       Ella- Ella is another panoramic mountain town full of serene hiking trails and cascading waterfalls. The popular Demodara Nine Arch Bridge is located close to Ella and a little stroll from the town will take you this arched bridge. Ella is deeply nestled in the mountains with tea plantation son one side and deep mountain valleys on the other side. For those who love hiking and want to explore the mountainside, Ella is an ideal place to stay for couple of days. Although you can also reach here by car, the train rides from Kandy to Ella to Nuwara Eliya is highly recommended as it is one of the most scenic in the world.

4.       Jaffna- Located at the northernmost tip of Sri Lanka, Jaffna is home to Tamils. During the war, the city was almost destroyed only to be rebuilt now. After its restoration, it has opened its doors to tourism now. One can visit Jaffna either by train, a long car ride or by air.

These scenic towns are located at some distance from the capital city. So stay for few days in Colombo and explore its beautiful neighboring cities. To apply for Sri Lanka ETA visa, visit our website sri-lankaeta.com, now!