Sri Lanka: what to see and travel guide
Sri Lanka packs a lot into one island: Sigiriya rock, Kandy, tea plantations, elephant safaris and beaches in the south. December to March is best for the west and south; May to September for the east coast.
- Capital
- Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte
- Continent
- Asia
- Cities and towns in Turi
- 72
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sept
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Main cities in Sri Lanka
- Colombo
- Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia
- Maharagama
- Jaffna
- Moratuwa
- Negombo
- Pita Kotte
- Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte
- Kandy
- Trincomalee
World Heritage sites in Sri Lanka
Some of the places in Sri Lanka on UNESCO’s World Heritage List, from the best known down:
- Kandy
- Anuradhapura
- Sigiriya
- Polonnaruwa
- Sinharaja Forest Reserve
- Dambulla cave temple
- Central Highlands of Sri Lanka
- Horton Plains National Park
What to eat in Sri Lanka
- Rice and curry
- Hoppers
- Kottu
How to plan your trip
Decide how many days you have and pick two or three areas per week at most. Check your passport, entry requirements and insurance before booking, and save the places you want to see so you do not miss any.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Sri Lanka?
The capital of Sri Lanka is Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte.
Which cities should you visit in Sri Lanka?
Some of the most important cities in Sri Lanka are Colombo, Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia, Maharagama, Jaffna, Moratuwa. In Turi you can mark any of its 72 cities and towns.
When is the best time to visit Sri Lanka?
The best months are usually January, February, March, and December.
What local food should you try in Sri Lanka?
Some typical dishes of Sri Lanka are Rice and curry, Hoppers, Kottu.
What is there to see in Sri Lanka?
Its best-known World Heritage sites include Kandy, Anuradhapura, Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa, Sinharaja Forest Reserve.