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Step back in time to Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka's first ancient capital and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover colossal stupas, sacred trees, and magnificent ruins that tell tales of a glorious past. Plan your spiritual and historical journey with Visit Sri Lanka 360.

Zagreb is made for strolling. Wander through the Upper Town's red-roof and cobblestone glory, peppered with church spires. Crane your neck to see the domes and ornate upper-floor frippery of the Lower Town's mash-up of secessionist, neo-baroque and art deco buildings.

Adam's Peak, or Sri Pada, is a revered conical mountain in Sri Lanka's central highlands, famous for the rock formation at its summit believed by multiple faiths—Buddhists, Hindus, Muslims, and some Christians—to be a sacred footprint. The arduous night pilgrimage to the 2,243-meter peak culminates in witnessing the spectacular sunrise and the mountain's triangular shadow cast over the mist.

Batticaloa is a coastal city on Sri Lanka's East Coast, famed as the "Land of the Singing Fish" due to the mysterious, faint musical sounds said to emanate from the lagoon waters near the Kallady Bridge, particularly on full moon nights. Surrounded by a vast lagoon and dotted with islands, the area is rich in natural beauty and history, featuring the colonial-era Dutch Fort and picturesque beaches like Kallady.

For most, any trip to the Empire State starts or finishes in its iconic metropolis: New York City. However, if you confine your travels only to the five boroughs there's a considerable amount you're missing out on.

Bundala National Park, Sri Lanka's first Ramsar wetland, is an internationally important wintering ground defined by its complex of brackish lagoons, dunes, and thorny scrubland. This arid coastal sanctuary is a paradise for bird enthusiasts, hosting nearly 200 species including large flocks of the migratory Greater Flamingo between September and March.

Colombo is a dynamic port city that serves as Sri Lanka's commercial capital, seamlessly blending towering modern skyscrapers with colonial-era architecture and vibrant street life. From the bustling markets of Pettah to the tranquil green space of Galle Face Green by the ocean, the city offers a captivating mix of history, culture, and cosmopolitan energy.

Dambulla is best known as the home of the UNESCO World Heritage Golden Temple, a complex of five ancient caves carved directly into a massive rock, representing Sri Lanka's largest and best-preserved cave temple art. Inside, over 150 stunning Buddha statues and vast, vibrant frescoes chronicle centuries of Buddhist history, creating a sacred sanctuary elevated high above the surrounding plains.