From serene coastlines, stunning mountains, and historic sites to the wilds of Mother Nature; Sri Lanka is a land of thrills and spills that would be ideal for the Instagrammer in you.
Galle Fort
Arguably, the main reason for calling by Sri Lanka’s down south, the iconic Galle Fort which was built by the Portuguese and later improved by the Dutch settlers is a priceless example of colonial architecture that looks out across the Indian Ocean. For the best captures, choose the time of the sunrise or sunset together with the popular lighthouse for one mesmeric interpretation of Sri Lanka’s lovely coastline.
The Kandy – Ella Train
On board, the Kandy – Ella train is a chance to capture stunning tea gardens, waterfalls and a side to life which is unique to these regions. Have your shutter speed at the right level as shooting from a moving train is quite an ask and you shouldn’t have to settle for blurry images.
Minneriya National Park
The wilds of the island nation cannot go unnoticed and thus, a trip to Minneriya National Park will afford countless opportunities to feast your eyes on majestic elephants, buffaloes and the elusive leopard.
Sigiriya
The view from atop Sigiriya or ‘Lion Rock’ as it is fondly called will arguably, coax you into ditching your camera no sooner than you’ve taken every photograph imaginable. Built during the 3rd century BC and serving among the best places to visit in Sri Lanka, one can look forward to ascending its stairways and pausing by the mirror wall which was once carefully polished during the reign of its founder, King Kashyapa. Have a read through Truly Sri Lanka for similar takes on what it means to traverse through Sri Lanka with your trusty camera in hand.
