Sri Lankan Traveller

Overview  Ambuluwawa is a moutainn close to Gampola is considered to be hot bed of biological diversity. Though being close to Gampola one of the ancient capitals of Sri Lanka this huge mountain facing Gampola is not an archaeologically important site. But today Ambuluwawa stands as a tourist attraction in a league of its own. Ambuluwawa mountain which is clearly visible from Gampola city stands up to a height of 3667 ft from mean sea level. Ambuluwawa mountain is covered with lush green forests and is blessed with a cool climate and thick mists.  Reaching the top of Ambuluwawa is bit challenging because the path is very steep and only small vehicles can make it to the top yet walking would be wonderful experience if you are not in a position to  bring your vehicle to the top. Even you can find Threewheelers to facilitate your journey. Anyhow you will be able to experience a beautiful forest on both sides of the road plus beautiful scenery of Gampola city.

Arugam Bay Arugam Bay is considered to be one of the top 5 places for surfing in the world and is also very famous for its picturesque sun rise as it is situated in the Eastern coast of Sri Lanka facing Indians Ocean. Time period from March to September is considered to be the best time to visit Arugam Bay while this period is pretty crowded and finding a place to stay might be challenging. Arugam Bay Beach Beach Cabanas  Beach Arugam Bay Beach also houses a sizable fishing community belonging to all 3 major ethnic groups in Sri Lanka. You can experience fishing boats and fishing communities harmoniously coexisting with tourism in the beach. Reaching Arugam Bay  Reaching Arugam Bay is not hard you have to take A4 highway upto Pottuvil and turn to B374 road. Pottuvil is a sizable local town where you can buy basic provisions like and also provides services like ATMs and Fuel Stations.  Arugam Bay area is a famous tourist area so can find many small hot

Udawaththa Kele is a forest reserve situated close to Kandy city and has a forest cover of 257 Acres. The forest was earlier used for the entertainment of the royals during the Kandyan era and today acts as a catchment area for the Kandy Lake and also acts as natural habitat for various wild animals like Monkeys , Wild boars, Deers, Birds and Snakes.  Many Buddhist shrines are situated in the forest and similarly a cave considered to be the dwelling of the hermit Senkada who is connected with the legend of the Kandy city is situated in the forest. Lake inside the forest is believed to be used by the royals for bathing.  You can simply reach this place by using the Sri Dalada Thapowana Vihara Road from Kandy A9 road in front of Hills Street.  You have to purchase tickets to enter the place and the ticket includes a map which will help you to find the way. Information centre inside the forest might be helpful for you to get