Day 7 in Colombo was a perfect blend of old and new. We started at the iconic Seema Malaka on Beira Lake, explored the eclectic treasures of the Gangaramaya Temple, and finished with a walk through the historic Fort area and Galle Face Green.
Day 6 of the Sri Lanka Sojourn marks the final morning in Mirissa with a climb up Parrot Rock, followed by a scenic coastal train ride from Matara to Colombo and an evening walk by the Presidential Secretariat.
Day 5 of the Sri Lanka travel series: a drive south along the coast to Matara and on to Dondra Head, the southernmost point of Sri Lanka, home to the island鈥檚 tallest lighthouse.
Day 4 of the Sri Lanka Sojourn covers an early morning whale watching boat tour from Mirissa, a relaxing afternoon swim in the warm waters of Turtle Bay, and a nighttime street food excursion for local Kottu Roti.
Day 3 of the Sri Lanka travel series: a leisurely breakfast at Blue Haven, an unforgettable elephant bathing experience in a jungle river near Kandy, and an evening train ride to Mirrisa from Colombo.
Day 2 of the Sri Lanka travel series featuring a climb up the ancient Sigiriya Rock Fortress, exploring the Mirror Wall and Lion鈥檚 Paw, followed by a visit to the historic Dambulla Cave Temple.
Day 1 of a trip from Sri Lanka: flying into Colombo, settling into a hillside guesthouse, and ending the evening at the illuminated Temple of the Tooth.