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As the world continues to recover from challenging times, it offers us the chance to see the warm humanity displayed globally – including in our own lives.

Have a Joyous & Blessed Hajj!

#Eid #SriLanka #Wish #Festival #Islam #visitsrilanka #tourismsrilanka #adventures

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Velawa Kiiyade

Veh-La-wah Kee-yah-duh

If you are out and about, and you really need to know the time, in Sinhala, all you have to say is
“Velawa Kiiyade” By saying that you are asking ‘what is the time’ in Sinhala!

#lankanlingo #sinhala #2021 #classiclingo #southasia #asia

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The Gem of Galle.

The Galle Fort - now a UNESCO World Heritage site, is nestled on a peninsula, inside the ancient colonial structures left by the Dutch, British and the Portuguese.

#Galle #fort #UNESCO #world #heritage #colonial #dutch #british #portuguese #ruins #peninsula

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While we look forward to enjoying these lit festivities & religious activities in a safer time, let us do our best to be a shining light in the gloom whenever we can - that can make a real difference.
Have A Truly Blessed & Safe Vesak!
#vesak #festival #love #peace #unity #lights

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The One Tree Hill

Not referring to the famous US TV series many of us enjoyed back in the day - but the beautiful Buddhist Temple located in Sri Lanka, a.k.a. the Single Tree Hill Buddhist Temple.

Photo Credits @pradeep_gamage

#TreeHillTemple #temple #travel #Buddhism #hills

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On this day, we recall and venerate all the brave souls of the Army, Navy, Air Force, Police and Civil Security Department who laid their lives to protect our motherland.

Your Sacrifice Will Never be Forgotten.

#rural #ancient #travel #village #cultural #tours #rurallife

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Go nuts with taste!

Second, to no other Sri Lankan dish, the Cashew Curry is an all-time favourite of the locals and foreign travellers alike.

How can you ever go wrong with this dish? It’s yumminess all the way!

#travelgram #cashew #nuts #dish #curry #local #explore #holiday

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While we cannot come together with all our family and friends in that very same way this time, let us make sure to spread pure love and kindness every opportunity we get while ensuring the safety of all!

Have a Blessed Eid!

#eidmubarak #festival #love #peace #unity #southasia

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As we celebrate all mothers across the globe, we’d also like to appreciate her strength in supporting her family in all possible ways & turning a simple house into a home filled with love and nourishment. On this special day, may all her hard work be cherished!
Happy Mother’s Day

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Every year millions of birds travel between their breeding grounds from wintering grounds. While this migration process is an incredible phenomenon, it’s hard to ignore the many perils that await the path in-between the destinations.

#travelgram #migratorybirds #migratio

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Nothing fuels us to strive forward like your kind words and feedback.

Chandrima, thank you for taking the time to send us detailed feedback on your experience!

#travel #mahaweli #adventure #nature #trail

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Help control the COVID-19 spread!

Always make sure to follow all the COVID safety guidelines during these challenging times. Act responsibly, so you can keep yourself and those around you safe! We can rise to the challenge.

#COVID-19 #newnormal #safety #besafe #actresponsibly

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Polonnaruwa used to be a crowned capital, and it continued on to stay as one of the most thriving ancient cities in Sri Lanka.

Photography - @ @dane.asmone

Up next; review!

#polonnaruwa #ancient #travel #cityofkings #culturaltriangle #tours #rural #culture #historic #kings

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This famously elusive Big Cat is one of the most magnificent animals you could ever come across in the world.

#Leopard #bigcat #wildcat #wildlife #wild #nature #internationalleopardday #elusive #predator #apex #southasia #asia #extinction #awareness #holiday #safaris #tour

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The Reclining Buddha Statue in Thathirimale, Anuradhapura, is one of the most culturally and religiously significant stone-carved statues still in existence, in Sri Lanka.

Photo credit : @dimithra

#travelgram #thathirimale #anuradhapura #cultural #hitorical #ancient

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Let us pay tribute to the proud workers across the world, who have tremendously contributed and continues to add value to our evolving societies through their unrelenting dedication & skill.

Happy International Labour Day!

#Mayday #classic #experience #visitsrilanka

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This irresistible dish is made from coconut, and it is a very traditional dish that reflects the true spirit of Sri Lanka - in the most flavour filled way!

#local #food #dishes #pol #sambol #lankancuisine #coconut #savoury #tropicaldish # #ancient #nature #islandvibes #foodie

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The name Bible Rock came to be because of its unique box-like shape, with a flat surface top.

Here are some basic facts you need to know before trekking this fascinating rock!

#bagathale #biblerock #travel #safetyprotocol #biobubble #tours #sripada # Ambuluwawa # AsupiniElla

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The Beauty of Sri Pada

Sri Pada, also known as Adam’s Peak by others, is a popular travel spot not just for tourists and the hikers, but it’s also a deeply sacred destination for local pilgrims, who climb this rugged giant as a religious tradition.

#sripada #adamspeak #mountain

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In the centre of our sunny, tropical little island, is a small town in the highlands of Nuwara Eliya. This Dainty little town is famously known as Little England of Sri Lanka.

Photo Credits to @ranshwellala

#nuwaraeliya #highlands #cottages #littleengland #town #british