Looking at old postcards is a wonderful way to glimpse into the history of a place. Here are a selection of some fascinating ones sent to us by a Sri Lankan friend from Galle that truly reflect the beauty and majestic qualities of old Ceylon. Temple of Tooth Relic - Kandy … [Read more...]
The End of the Civil War in Sri Lanka
This blog is not one about the news or politics coming amount of Sri Lanka. However, given the recent momentous events that have occurred in the country with the end of a 26 year old Civil War, we feel it would be unnatural not to address it. Apart from anything else, it does of … [Read more...]
Kandy House: A Rare Ancestral Home Amidst Paradise
In a previous post, we featured Helga's Folly, our pick for an unusual place to stay in Kandy. However, this is not everyone's cup of tea and many people do find it lacks the necessary comforts. And so here we feature our second top choice in Kandy: Kandy House. Even if you do … [Read more...]
The Esala Perahera: A Spectacular Festival in Kandy
The Perahera in Kandy is one of the oldest and most amazing Buddhist events you can still see today in Sri Lanka. Imagine a colorful display of elephants dressed in full regalia, men cracking whips, dancing, making music, rituals, fireworks and more....culminating in the final … [Read more...]
Enjoy a Five Star Experience at Elephant Corridor
One of the finest things you can do when visiting Sri Lanka on a luxury tour is to head up north to Elephant Corridor. It's an experience that you won't forget and is truly "five star" (so often said...so rarely true!). The hotel is located in Sigiraya, which is in the "cultural … [Read more...]