Sri Lanka's first capital up to recent times, Colombo is a fascinating city, not only for its's blend of the East and the West, but also for it's cosy mixture of the past and the present. It remains, the commercial city of the country.

Sri Lanka's first capital, founded in the 5th century B.C. is situated 206 km from Colombo. Attractions worth seeing are :- The Sacred Bo Tree, Abayagiri Dagabe ect. Mihintale, a rock which is dotted with shrines and rock dwellings is known as the cradle of Buddhism of Sri Lanka and is located nearby.

Polonnnaruwa, 216 km from Colombo, was the capital of the island during the medieval period. Polonnaruwa is most famous for its well-preserved city of ancient dagobas, moonstones, beautiful parks, massive buildings and stunningly beautiful statues.

Like Sigiriya, Dambulla is a vast isolated rock mass and it was here that King Valagam Bahu took refuge in the 1st Century B.C. Here later tured the caves into a Rock Temple. Some of the frescoes are over 2,000 years old.

Sri Lanka's hill capital, a former stronghold of the Sinhala Kings, is our most pictureque city. The focal point of the towb is, without doubt, the golden roofed Dalada Maliga where the sacred Tooth Relic of the Loard Buddga is enshrined.

Located in the south east of the island, the total protected area covers 98,000 hectares. Certain areas are strict natural reserves.

Sigiriya The "Lion Rock" was built by the legendry King Kasyapa during his regin 447-495 A.C.

Set in the heart of the tea country, this beautiful town is where the British succeeded in creating a little England whith homes built in the architectural style of Georgian to Queen Anne. Situated at 1890 meters above sea level the air here is cool and fresh-a serene reteat from the hustle and bustle of Colombo.

The southern city, a well known seaport from ancient times when merchant shipts anchored here to trade for islands famous gems, exotic spices and other commodities. the famous Fort in Galle was originally build by the Prtugese in 1589 and named Santa Cruz.

Polonnnaruwa, 216 km from Colombo, was the capital of the island during the medieval period. Polonnaruwa is most famous for its well-preserved city of ancient dagobas, moonstones, beautiful parks, massive buildings and stunningly beautiful statues. The majestic King's Council Chamber.