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Fun You can’t Miss

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Dec 27, 2019

Catalogue

  • Dreamy Seaside Train From “Spirited Away”
  • Visit a Fish Market and Watch the Fishing Boats Return From Sea
  • Snorkeling in The Glass Boat and Coral Sea
  • Search for Water Monitors and Crocodiles in a Mangrove Forest
  • Learn about Colonial History in the ancient City of Galle
  • See The Stilt Fisherman by The Sea
  • Watch Turtles Hatching at The Turtle Conservation Center
  • Whale Watching in Mirissa
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Sri Lanka has been praised by many travel magazines as “the country with the most beautiful train lines in the world”. This train route from Colombo to Galle has one of the most beautiful window scenery in the world. The train travels along the blue sea as if driving in the sea. It is said to be the inspiration for the sea train in Hayao Miyazaki's "Spirited Away". Driving on this century-old railroad track, the speed of the train is not fast, and rarely exceeds 30 km/h. When the train is moving, the door is not closed. You can learn from the locals and hang by yourself on the open door, and let the sea wind blow your hair. It is a really convenient way to enjoy the scenery.

Negombo is a port city on the western coast of Sri Lanka where the fishing industry is quite developed. The fish market in the early morning is very busy, and the fishing boats return with full loads. They return to the port along with the sunrise, bringing a lively atmosphere with them as they return. The beach is rammed with small vendors selling fresh seafood. The well-tanned people conduct business in the dark, forming a natural scene of human life. The variety of fish in the Negombo fish market is huge, and sometimes you can see the sandy beach covered in sardines, which is a sight you absolutely will not forget.

Hikkaduwa Beach is one of the top ten sandy beaches in the world for seeing underwater coral. It is famous for its multi-colored coral and abundant subtropical fish. The coral is almost parallel to the sea's surface and can be seen after diving just a few meters into the water. You can even ride on a glass boat to observe the magical underwater world. If you want a close encounter with the sea, you can go scuba diving to enjoy this rich underwater habitat, and watch the beautiful coral reefs and colorful tropical fish. This is an experience that you can't experience in many places around the world.

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The wetlands of the Bentota River are currently one of the best protected wetlands in Sri Lanka. Therefore, the mangrove forests are bustling with wild flora and fauna. There are not only monkeys, crocodiles and a variety of birds, but also Bangladeshi monitor lizards that cannot be found in any other area. If you want to see these little animals close up, you can take a boat trip, and follow in the steps of a tour guide. Enjoy the slow drift of the Bentota River for 3 hours to experience the wonders of the mangroves of Sri Lanka.

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There are not many attractions in Galle, so one of the highlights of your trip there will be strolling through the ancient buildings and appreciating their different shapes and grandeurs. If you look closely, you can see many traces of history. This is the main highlight when visiting Galle. Take a walk around the city in the evening, enjoy the beautiful sunset over the Indian Ocean and watch the golden sea. In the oldest building in Galle, enjoy English afternoon tea and spend several relaxed hours there. In an old antique shop, pick up objects that hold great historical significance. Stay in an old English building and enjoy the local Sri Lankan lifestyle. These are experiences that you mustn't miss in Galle.

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The Stilt Fisherman are one of the most symbolic features of the west coast, and they can be seen from Galle to the shores of Mirissa. The fishermen fish with long stilts that are erected in the sea. When looking at them from a distance, it looks like many fishermen are sitting directly on the sea. It is a very magical sight. The fishermen wade through the water, climb up a wooden pole, and sit on a simple wooden frame. They then get out their fishing rods and begin fishing for sardines in the shallow waters. Sometimes they are lucky, and have a new fish on their hook every minute. Knowing that their fishing rods have no bait on them is really surprising. Today, Stilt Fishermen are like a commercial show. If you want to take pictures, you will need to pay them a small fee. This seems to be a means for the fishermen to generate income, and is usually between 200-500 rupees. The specific price depends on your negotiating skills.

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In Sri Lanka, you can see a variety of endangered sea turtles. There are many turtle conservation centers along the southwest coast. The conditions of these turtle conservation centers are rather simple, and entry is charged as a form of sponsorship for the turtles.Bentota, on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka, is one of the most important sea turtle conservation areas in Sri Lanka. Here, you can learn about the whole process of a sea turtles life, from birth to adulthood, and you will be given the opportunity to get up close with them.

A large number of whales migrate from the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea each year, passing through the Sri Lankan waters and staying there for food. Because of its unique geographical location, Sri Lanka is one of the best whale watching places in the world. In addition to blue whales, there are also sperm whales and whale sharks. During the best season, the success rate of whale watching is 98%. From November to April each year, Mirissa and Kalpitiya on the south coast of Sri Lanka are the best whale-watching spots. From April to October, the waters around Trincomalee on the east coast are the best whale watching spots. In addition, in Kalpitiya and Mirissa, you can also see a lot of dolphins.

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