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Bustaurant: A Restaurant on Wheels Opens in Dambulla
Dambulla launches a tourist bus-restaurant running the Pelwehera–Sigiriya route, letting guests dine while sightseeing through the region's main attractions.
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Cities and territories
Cities, districts and resorts: where to live, what to see and how they connect.
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Ella Rescuers Save Child Who Fell from Cliff While Taking a Selfie
At Little Adam's Peak in Ella, a child fell about 30 metres while taking a selfie; the Flying Ravana team conducted an emergency rescue and brought her to safety.
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Renovated Railway Station Opened in Talpe
On January 2, under the patronage of the transport minister, the renovated Talpe railway station opened, refurbished as part of the 'Clean Sri Lanka' initiative.
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Wasp Attack at Nine Arch Bridge
A wasp swarm at the Nine Arch Bridge quickly stung a crowd of tourists including children; several people lost consciousness from anaphylactic shock and some guides abandoned their groups and fled.
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Entrance to Nine Arch Bridge to Become Paid
According to Artur Bakaev, ticket booths are being installed at all approaches to the Nine Arch Bridge, making entry to the attraction paid in the near future.
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Jaffna named a must-visit destination for 2026
Lonely Planet has included the Jaffna region in its list of must-visit destinations for 2026.
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Ella Odyssey tourist train derails
The Ella Odyssey tourist train derailed near Kottegala station; no casualties were reported and restoration works are on schedule.
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Smoke&Bitters from Hiriketiya ranked among world's best bars
The bar Smoke&Bitters from Hiriketiya ranked 67th in the world and 14th among the best bars in Asia.
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Nine Arch Bridge destroyed in Indian blockbuster
In the new Indian sci-fi film Mirāi, the characters destroy Ella's famous Nine Arch Bridge, sparking an uproar on Sri Lankan social media.
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Lotus Tower to open world's highest bungee jump
Lotus Tower has signed a contract to create South Asia's first bungee jumping attraction, with an opening planned for next year.
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Colombo Wants to Become a Full-Fledged Tourist Destination
The mayor of Colombo announced a plan to transform the city from a transit stop into a standalone destination with up to 72-hour tourist stays.
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Colombo in Late September: Art Festival and Book Fair
On September 27, Colombo offers two events simultaneously — the Ways of Knowing exhibition at Geoffrey Bawa Trust and the International Book Fair at BMICH.
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Wax Museum to Open in Kandy
A wax museum is set to open at the historic Ehelepola Walauwa complex in Kandy, aiming to attract tourists and showcase famous figures from Sri Lanka's history and culture.
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Tourist Videos from Hotels in the Sigiriya Area
Tourists from Sigiriya Kings Resort sent in a video; the area has many hotels to suit different budgets.
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118-metre superyacht MYA arrives at Galle port
The 118-metre Malaysian-flagged yacht MYA, designed by Philippe Starck, arrived at Galle port from Oman.
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Classic car festival in Nuwara Eliya
Last weekend Nuwara Eliya hosted the 91st Mahagastota Speed Festival featuring a retro parade and two days of speed runs with classic cars.
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Breaking news: road closure near Unawatuna
Breaking news about a situation on the hill from Araliya in Unawatuna, accompanied by a video.
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Kala Pola 2025: open-air exhibition of 300 artists in Colombo
On February 16, 2025, Colombo's Kala Pola festival opens with over 300 artists showcasing works in the streets alongside music, performances, and workshops.
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Art Trail 2025 walk at the Galle Festival
Nadia Sakhno invites guests on a friendly walk through Art Trail 2025 exhibitions in Galle Fort, including classical Indian dance and chamber music on the festival's closing night.
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Galle Literary Festival programme: yoga, fashion and art
The author shares details of the Galle Literary Festival programme: morning yoga by the ocean, a fashion showcase, and textile events within Galle Fort.
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Galle Literary Festival set for February 2025
From February 6 to 9, 2025, the Galle Literary Festival — one of the world's premier literary events — will take place in the historic Galle Fort with yoga, gastronomy, and art programs.
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Denis's review of Bentota
Denis's channel published a review of the coastal town of Bentota in Sri Lanka.
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Nuwara Eliya: pros and cons for living
A detailed review of Nuwara Eliya: cool climate, tea plantations, waterfalls — and practical tips for independent travellers.
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Tangalle: The Least Rainy Resort on Sri Lanka's South Coast
Tangalle stands out for minimal rainfall on the island's south coast, pristine beaches, and a relaxed atmosphere, making it a year-round resort.
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Ella: The Most Tourist-Packed Town in Sri Lanka
Ella is the island's most touristy spot, famous for its nine-arch bridge and Little Adam's Peak, visited by everyone but rarely for more than 24 hours by package tourists.
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Dondra Head Lighthouse — the Southernmost Point of Sri Lanka
Dondra Head Lighthouse is the tallest on the island (49 m, 196 steps), built by the British in 1889 from materials imported from England and Scotland.
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Nine Arch Bridge Closed for Bollywood Film Shoot
The Nine Arch Bridge in Ella is temporarily closed to tourists due to filming of an Indian Marvel-style blockbuster.
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Post Office in Nuwara Eliya Will Stay Open Instead of Becoming a Hotel
After a change of government, plans to convert the historic Nuwara Eliya post office into a hotel were cancelled, and it will continue operating.
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Weligama: A Surf Village for Independent Travelers
Weligama is a well-balanced mix of surf and tourist spots with good cafés, restaurants, and accommodation for all budgets, 2.5 hours from the airport.
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What to do in Hikkaduwa: route to Talpe and back
Tip: take the morning train from Hikkaduwa to Talpe for a wild beach or Angel Beach, then return by bus to Riff hotel for dinner.
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Comic Con 2024 Held in Colombo
COMIC CON 2024 took place in Colombo; readers are invited to share their photos from the event.
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Unawatuna Today: Tourist Street and Fish
A brief photo report from the tourist street and marine life in Unawatuna.
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Sigiriya Closed After Mass Wasp Attacks
Access to Sigiriya was temporarily suspended after more than 70 tourists reported wasp stings — the first such incident in the area.
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Hikkaduwa awaits sidewalks and public toilets
A short hot news item about plans for sidewalks and public toilets to appear in Hikkaduwa.
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Subscriber video from Hikkaduwa
A short post featuring a video from Hikkaduwa filmed by a channel subscriber.
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Video Guide to Sigiriya and Pidurangala with Unexpected Questions
A tongue-in-cheek video guide addresses unconventional questions about Pidurangala and Sigiriya — while answering none of them.
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GIC School to Build New Campus in Galle with Pool and Cafeteria
Galle International College announced the construction of a new campus near the highway, featuring a pool, cafeteria, air-conditioned rooms and a kindergarten.
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YouTube Channel: Silent 4K Walks Around the World
The author recommends a YouTube channel where a blogger silently walks through cities worldwide filming first-person 4K footage without commentary.
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Colombo rooftop bars and terraces roundup
The channel publishes a long-awaited selection of the best rooftop spots in Colombo to save for later.
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Review of the Architect 2024 exhibition in Colombo
Nadya Sakhno's Tasty Interiors channel has published a review of the Architect 2024 architectural exhibition held in Colombo.
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The danger of the Nine Arch Bridge — notes of a grumpy hippie
A new episode of the Grumpy Hippie Notes reveals the hidden danger of the famous Nine Arch Bridge, known only to seasoned island residents.
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Galle Literary Festival: history and participation
The author describes the five-year history of the Galle Literary Festival, their own participation in it, and the programme of the PAKO design shop during the event.
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An interesting find in Galle Fort
Anya Ptichkina shared a curious find in Galle Fort; the channel invites readers to send their own discoveries to the bot.
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Immersive quest 'Expedition to Rumassala' launched
The We Team completed the first episode of the new immersive Rumassala quest in 2 hours 13 minutes and praised its unique locations and interactive storyline.
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Bevis Bawa and his Brief garden: the forgotten brother of a great architect
The 'Art of the Island' column profiles Bevis Bawa, the older brother of architect Geoffrey Bawa, who created the legendary Brief garden estate in Bentota.
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Brief Garden — Bevis Bawa's estate in Bentota
Short post with a link to the website of Brief Garden, the historic estate of artist Bevis Bawa in Bentota.
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Island ART: tropical modernism in Mirissa
Anastasia Georgievskaya describes Mirissa Hills as a model of tropical modernism — architecture in harmony with nature.
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Sasha Brown Recommends Island Spots in a New Column
Live guest Sasha Brown shares place recommendations on the Island in the Island Places column.
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Lunuganga Estate in Bentota: Tropical Modernism Architecture
Geoffrey Bawa's residence in Bentota is the birthplace of 'Tropical Modernism' style, open to visitors with an exhibition from a current art residency.
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Demuwawatha gem market in Ratnapura: prices and impressions
Continuation of the account of Ratnapura's Demuwawatha gem market: trading dynamics, inflated tourist prices, and the enjoyment of talking with experienced gemmologists.
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Island Places with Sasha Brown: part 2
Link to the second installment of Sasha Brown's series on off-the-beaten-path Sri Lanka locations, with references to part one and the author's profile.
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Ratnapura: Sri Lanka's gemstone mining capital
Sasha Brown shares his trip to Ratnapura — a non-touristy city and world gem-mining centre: atmosphere, trip costs, and personal highlights.
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Off-the-beaten-path island places with Sasha Brown — preview
Preview of the original series "Island Places": expat Sasha Brown with 8 years on Sri Lanka shares off-the-beaten-path locations, starting with the first installment.
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Wellawaya: crossroads to the waterfall, Ella, and Arugam Bay
Wellawaya is described as a crossroads of three routes: Diyaluma waterfall, Ella with its nightlife, and extreme surfing in Arugam Bay, with Avenra cafe as the perfect stop before choosing direction.
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Review of the 'Svoya Kompaniya' Space in Unawatuna
Detailed review of the 'Svoya Kompaniya' cultural space in Unawatuna: quizzes, board games, movie nights, VR headsets, landscaping, and directions.
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Bike tour review: rice fields, rubber groves and Adam's footprint
Review of a three-hour bike tour from Svoya Kompaniya: rice fields, rubber groves, and a temple with a replica of Adam's footprint for just 1000 rupees.
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Kandy Botanical Garden: 60 hectares and 4000 plant species
Review of the Royal Botanical Garden in Kandy: 4000 plant species across 60 hectares, 2000-rupee entry, and rare trees planted by Nicholas II and Yuri Gagarin.
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