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Sri Lanka’s top travel destinations

Sri Lanka has classified into several resort regions suitable for tourism development including various kind of touristic destinations.

29 destinations 7 resort regions 1,400 km of coastline
Resort regions

A whole world on one island

Tourist attractions in Sri Lanka can be classified as natural or anthropogenic. Natural attractions include nature spots, flora and fauna, and pleasant climates, while anthropogenic attractions include archaeological and cultural sites, historical landmarks, performing arts, folklore, handicrafts, and Artefacts.

a top destination for big game safaris, with five charismatic mega fauna and the best place to spot Blue whales. nearly 1,400 km of coastlines with tropical beaches around the island, attracting both local and foreign tourists. Natural scenic beauty areas include mountainous terrains, agricultural landscapes, waterfalls, and diverse climatic conditions.

The country has six botanical gardens and four Zoological gardens, attracting local and foreign visitors. Heritage tourism involves visiting historical sites, with Buddhism influencing the country’s cultural heritage. Sports tourism involves participating in specific sporting events, such as trekking, hiking, diving, rock climbing, and hot air ballooning.

  • North Coast Resort Region
  • East Coast Resort Region
  • South Coast Resort Region
  • West Coast Resort Region
  • Hill Country Resort Region
  • Ancient Cities Resort Region
  • Other Resort Regions
Beyond the popular cities
Map of Sri Lanka resort regions
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