Often referred to as the ‘Pearl of the Indian Ocean’, Sri Lanka has been known by various other names in its history. Ancient Indians termed it ‘Tambapanni‘. The ancient Greeks referred to it as ‘Tabropane‘ (probably a rough translation of…
Ella was the highlight of our Sri Lanka trip. Having booked the first four days at the cultural triangle of Dambulla, Polunnurawa & Anuradhapura, we wanted to take in the remaining days at a more relaxing pace away from the…
Buddhism is the predominant religion in Sri Lanka with over 70% of the population identifying themselves as followers of Theravada Buddhism. Buddhism was introduced to Sri Lanka in the third century B.C. by the son of Mauryan Emperor Ashoka –…