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Flight time: direct flights to Sri Lanka not, in the winter season from Moscow to Colombo fly charter flights (Canada - Colombo) - 9 min ch.00. In a different period to reach Colombo from Moscow via Dubai, or you can Doha. Travel Time based connections - 14 hours 00 min. < H2> What to see:

near the southern coast of India, north of the equator, located the "pearl of the Indian Ocean - an island nation of Sri Lanka. It is also called" tears on my cheek and India. "This is one of the oldest countries. Until 1972, she was known as Ceylon. Sri Lanka - a storehouse of historical treasures that are protected by UNESCO. In addition, the existence of a huge number of places associated with the name of Buddha. Thanks to this country a lot of historical monuments and landmarks that can enumerate more than one day. Let us examine the most famous.

Colombo - the modern capital of Sri Lanka, one of the largest ports of the Indian Ocean. Fort (district in the north of the city, the business center of the country, there are all the major shops and offices of the country, as well as the Central Bank of Sri Lanka). Area Galle Face Green (located in the southern part of Colombo, a favorite place of local residents and green area of the city). Pettit (old town to the east Forth, in fact it is a huge market where every district has its own lane "specialization": household goods, medicines, jewelry, tinware, vegetables, fruits, etc.). City Hall (virtually a clone of the White House in Washington, only with its local touch: three-wheeled motokolyaskami, scurrying hither and thither, and monkeys across the city). The old lighthouse (located right in the middle of the Fort, built during the colonization of the island, ancient monument, surrounded by modern skyscrapers and business centers). Clock Tower (located in the Fort and is one of its attractions, was built nearly two centuries ago, today lost its former importance and is the viewing platform for tourists). Presidential Palace (card of Colombo, here is the Government of Sri Lanka). monastery Vaydzhyaramara (sample Buddhist culture, is located in the heart of the city). monastery Gothami Vihara (Sinhalese sample of art and architecture, built around the 3 rd century BC. BC, is decorated with frescoes depicting the life of Buddha). St. Peter´s Church (the Christian church, not a particular value in architectural terms but has an important spiritual mission in the country). Mosque Yami-ul-Uffa (the main mosque of the country). Davatagaha mosque (the second largest mosque in Colombo, is an example of Muslim architecture and Muslim traditions). Viharamahadevi Park (or Victoria Park, central park City, named after the Queen of England, but in 1958 renamed the park Viharamahadevi). Gardens Cinnamon Gardens (Cinnamon Gardens ", located in the south of Colombo, in the most fashionable district of the capital. Previously, there were cinnamon plantations, but now it is the largest park ).

Candy - One of the ancient cities of Sri Lanka, regarded as a cultural capital. It is also one of the most beautiful cities situated at an altitude of 488 meters above sea level, surrounded by mountains, plateaus, lakes and Buddhist and Hindu temples. The main attraction - the Temple of the Sacred Tooth of Buddha (located on the shores of Lake Kandy, in 1950 the tooth was placed in a specially built him a temple in the royal palace, in the service room, which houses the tooth relic is open for viewing ). The Royal Summer Palace (Located in the heart of the city on an island in the center of the artificial lake, built by the last king of Kandy, to date there is stored a large collection of royal regalia, jewelry and shrines). Royal Botanical Garden (founded in 1821 in a bend of the river Mahaweli, is considered one of the most beautiful gardens in Asia, is famous collection of indoor plants with more than 750 species, as well as the avenue of memorial trees that were planted by the Heads of State who visited the island, as well as prominent people). Art Association (located in the city´s cultural center contains a large collection of local handicrafts and art works). Aluvihara Temple (a temple in the mountains, 34 km north of Kandy, is composed of 13 caves, of which only a few are open to visitors today, the buildings belong to the III century BC).

Negombo - one of the famous resorts of Sri Lanka, as well as a city with centuries of history, is located 40 km from Colombo. A long time ago the city was a sea port from which exported spices. Resort interesting for fans of fishing, as it was at this resort is relatively inexpensive. In addition, all local residents are engaged in fishing. Ruins of the Fort (built in 1672, today preserved only in the main gate and part of the city wall). Kelaney Temple of (ancient Buddhist Temple, located 20 km south of Negombo. Legend, that the temple in Kelaney visited the Buddha himself).

Anuradhapura - a city, the first settlements which belongs to the V century BC The city is named after a star in the constellation Scorpius Anuradha and translates as "light." It is the holy city. It was the capital of the Sinhalese state in one and a half thousand years. In 993 the town was burned, and the capital moved to Polonnaruwa. Abhayagiri Monastery (the second largest Buddhist stupa in the world, which is 122 m in height, the monastery is considered one of the eight holy places in the city). The sacred Bo tree (tree of Buddha, "the oldest tree on earth, surrounded by a golden fence and is located in the courtyard of one of the temples). < P> Polonnaruwa - the medieval capital of Sri Lanka (1070-1293 Gg.), today one of the most important cultural centers of the country. Gal Vihara Temple (the most famous temple of Sri Lanka, famous for the four statues of the Buddha dating from the XII century).

Sigiriya - a rock 370 meters high. According to legend, on top of this rock Cassal king built a city-citadel. He ruled in this city 18 years and imagines himself the master of the universe and declared war on his brother. The conflict resulted in the citadel was destroyed, and the capital was transferred to Anuradhapura. Modern scientists have concluded that the monastery complex of Buddhist Mahayana sect existed for more than twenty centuries. Skala known murals with images of princesses.

Dambulla - a complex of Buddhist cave temples, located at the top of the mountain and consists of 5 caves. The most ancient cave belongs to the I century BC assembled the largest collection of Buddha statues, the age many of which already has passed for over 2000 years.

Galle - the third largest city in Sri Lanka, is 116 km south of Colombo. Famous for its fort built in 1663 by the Dutch, who to this day is in good condition.

Holm Mihintale - located 11 km south of Anuradhapura, on it are the ruins of an ancient temple complex, hence Buddhism began its spread across the country. is a sacred place for all Buddhists in Sri Lanka. Named in honor of the first Buddhist missionary. Adams Peak (Sri Pada, Shrivan Adipatam, 2,243 m - the holy mountain for the island and to the followers of all four world religions, is topped by a rock with footprints. Representatives of each religion believe that it footprints of the Buddha, Shiva, Adam and St. Thomas. Gora is an object of pilgrimage for believers from around the world).

Auca Buddha - a statue of Buddha, is 51 km. south of Anuradhapura.

Elephant Nursery - opened in 1975 in Pinnavela. This fall small slonyata left without parents or victims of poachers. kennel has about 40 elephants. The best time to visit - the time of bathing and feeding the elephants.

Tea plantations - the famous Ceylon tea plantation located in the central highlands of Sri Lanka. To date, Sri Lanka ranked third in the world for growing tea and the first - for export. Be sure to visit a tea plantation and tea factory, where they will describe and show how do real tea. And what we see and eat in packets, local producers of tea called "tea dust number 1, 2 and ? 3.

Falls - on the island include more than one hundred waterfalls . One of the tallest and most famous is called the "bridal veil" and reach a height of 212 meters. The highest waterfall on the island Bambarakanda reaches 241 meters in height and is thrown down the cascades. In the central part of the island are just 7 of waterfalls and cascades. The best time for visit waterfalls - monsoon season, which lasts from May to October.

Beach - can not fail to mention the strip of sandy beach on the south-west of Sri Lanka and the white beaches of the north-east of the island. Coconut palms, crystal clear waters of the Indian Ocean gorgeous hues, stunning beauty of the underwater coral gardens populated by small and not very fish of different colors - to name only a few things that attract tourists from around the world.

Eco - has long been a popular form of tourism among tourists from all over the world. rafting, paragliding and parasailing (parachute variety of flights), safari on elephant back, jungle walks, mountain climbing for amateurs and professionals, river safaris, jeep safaris, national parks, mountain biking on picturesque corners of the island, campsites and hotel - all this for those who love nature and outdoor activities.