Sigiriya is one of the 7 UNESCO heritage sites in Sri Lanka and one of the main reasons it has been made a world heritage site is it houses some of the world’s most beautiful and the oldest frescoes known by mankind. What are the frescoes? In order to get an idea about the paintings,…
Category: Statues, Sculpture and Free Standing Art
National Maritime Archaeology Museum Galle Sri Lanka – A little bit of history!
Traversing around the historic Galle Fort in Sri Lanka? And you happen to be a boat lover on top of it all? Then do make sure to pay a call to the National Maritime Archaeology Museum while you are there! The Museum The Maritime Museum is housed inside a 1671 Dutch warehouse and showcases a…
The Significance of Kalutara Bodhiya – One of the most revered symbols of Buddhism in Sri Lanka
The Kalutara Bodhiya is a sacred bo tree and it is one of the most treasured Buddhist symbols in Sri Lanka which is visited by hundreds of devotees every day. Read on to know more about the tree and serene place of worship surrounding it. Overview Located in within the city limits of Kalutara, in…
The Beauty of Cultural Triangle in Sri Lanka – An enchanting trail!
The cultural triangle of Sri Lanka is the triangular landmass located within the points of Kandy Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa; three of the seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Sri Lanka. Here is a list of 3 places and places located within the triangle that adds beauty to the Cultural Triangle in Sri Lanka. Visiting these…
Why you should visit Vietnam – Nature, adventure, and romance in abundance!
Prepare yourself to indulge in the rich history and culture of Vietnam. From mountain ranges, sun-kissed beaches to delicious food, there’s something exciting to enthral all leisure travellers. Architecture When it comes to Vietnamese architecture, it’s a composition of both European and Asian style. Even though the country’s architecture was influenced by the Western style…
Cave Temples of Dambulla – A divine place of worship and home to artistic wonders!
The Dambulla cave temples are one of the well preserved and most beautiful historical sites of Sri Lanka. Read on to know more about this unique and spectacular place of worship. Overview Located to the south of the city of Dambulla and 160 metres above the main road the cave temples of Dambulla boast a…