The small island of Sri Lanka is filled with many epic adventures. Thrilling tuk rides through bustling cities, Kottu roti that burns your tongue, train journeys through rainforests and across sweeping mountains are just some of them. Habarana is one such city on this island with so many gems, waiting to be discovered by you.
Pidurangala Rock
This magnificent rock is just a few minutes away from Sigiriya. It is an invigorating climb to the top and you must pass a serene temple at the base of it. Once you reach the top, you will find yourself facing the Sigiriya rock against the stunning blue sky. It’s even better if you could climb at dawn; you’ll catch an unforgettable sunrise.
Sigiriya Rock
Sigiriya is an ancient palace that was built on top of a huge rock. You can still see the ruins, ancient writings and some of the world’s most beautiful rock paintings. This is also a UNESCO world heritage site and one of the most important landmarks in Sri Lanka. Once you reach the top, you’ll be bathed in sunlight and have a sense of calmness and satisfaction.
Habarana lake
The serene Habarana lake is known to be one of the most relaxing places you can visit here. You can truly relax, read a book and feel the breeze taking all your worries away. There are beautiful Sri Lanka resorts in the area such as Habarana Village by Cinnamon which is just 5 mins away from the lake.
Hurulu Forest Reserve
If you love wildlife and elephants, you must pay a visit to the Hurulu Forest Reserve. It was named a biosphere reserve in 1977; this is truly an unblemished slice of heaven filled with rare endemic fauna and flora preserved perfectly by nature.
Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium
Cricket fans will surely love this one; the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium is one of the world’s most famous cricket stadiums where many famous tournaments have been held. It is truly the experience of a lifetime for hardcore cricket fans to watch a live game here, with the reservoir keeping the heat at bay.
