Looking for best places to visit in Sri Lanka in March? Check the best 5 places below.
1. Anuradhapura
In this beautiful march we are ready to take you to an old kings’ land in Sri Lanka. The ancient city is very significant in many ways.
Anuradhapura is the first official kingdom back then in Sri Lanka. Established about 3000 years ago It has been a flourished kingdom which is right proven by the monastic ruins that are spread across the destination.
The giant stupas majestically appear second in size to Pyramids in Egypt. The sight itself make you feel impressive to capture the best of beautiful Anuradhapura.
Usually, Anuradhapura keeps attracting so many local tourists and devotees who visit Anuradhapura for pilgrim purpose. Yet for some months includes May and June the destination becomes more crowded than any other time.
So as, if you love to explore Anuradhapura peacefully March would be one of the best months to travel in Anuradhapura.
If you lucky to take a stroll in sunrise and sunset Anuradhapura is kind of a destination that make you feel that you are blessed to be here. Another benefit that you get is, basing yourself in Anuradhapura will allow you to visit many other attractions in Sri Lanka such as Wilpattu national park, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya etc. To explore Anuradhapura check our Sri Lanka 14 days tour.
2. Sigiriya
Sigiriya is a breathtaking view that you can behold in central plains Sri Lanka. It’s really stunning the way that an old castle is risen through the rolling clouds.
It will take about 2 to 3 hours’ drive from Colombo to reach Sigiriya and we can promise you that this journey will offer you a lot. The main attraction of the destination is Sigiriya rock fortress that is also known as the “Lion Rock”.
The fortress itself has a lot to discover for the visitors inclusive of beautiful portrays of women converted to frescoes at the top a cave in the fortress, and then you will witness beautiful mirror wall where romantic poems have in scripted about the female portraits.
The height of the fortress is about 200 meters and we recommend you to visit there in morning or evening. otherwise, day time you will find it a bit more hot.
While visiting Sigiriya you can also make a day excursion to largest elephant gathering in south Asia known as Minneriya and also you are more than welcome to visit Polonnaruwa as well that is located about an hour in reach.
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3. Ella
Next, we are taking you to one of the most celebrated sophisticated destinations in Sri Lanka located at the central highland. If you are a nature lover and an adventurous seeker this is the place that you should not miss in March. Ella has a lot to explore and a lot to feel.
A day in Ella would not be so enough to cover its best. Yet, if you are having a challenge with time, you can make it to a day and we will make sure that you cover all the top most favored attractions out there.
Everywhere you look around in this amazing city will be a serene to your eyes and soothe your spirit and body. Ella is kind of a place that will make you forget the rustling and bustling city life and keep you connected with nature.
The magical destination is filled with dancing waterfalls, playful waterfalls, extended greenly tea yards, sky high mount ranges and if you would like to keep escaped your holiday from hot and warm destinations but looking for something can chill you Ella would be a really amazing to add to your travel plans.
4. Galle
The most iconic beach destination that you will find in many pictures post cards in Sri Lanka none other than Galle. It’s an ideal beach gateway to visit in March. You will find this place more calm, quiet and tranquil in March as it is not so busy with welcoming and hosting the guests who arrive from all over the world.
There is a high chance that you will find this beautiful destination a magical one. You can take a stroll through the stylish streets to taste an authentic Sri Lanka freshly cooked spicy dish or to sip a coffee on a fine evening.
If you access the Fort in the evening or morning you will fall in love the way that how the pale sunlight projecting shades right above the Indian ocean. And the combination of turquoise water, sunset shades, golden sandy shore line will look quite enchanting.
Apart from beaches you can enjoy the inspiring art and culture that reflect in the city. Aloo you get a lot of choices on your preference for restaurants, coffee shops, and luxury hotels that will make sure you are having a memorable and comfortable time throughout the stay.
Galle is located from a convenience distance to many other beach destinations in down south. If you stay here for few days you can base in Galle and explore those fascinating beach locations as well.
5. Bentota
How to forget Bentota on a tropical March. This is the beach destination that you always dreamed about. Proximity wise you can reach Bentota in an hour from Colombo international airport via Sothern expressway.
If you would like to spend you holiday in style Bentota is ready to serve you the best with local hospitality. You will never find this beautiful beach destination deserted as it’s always occupied by welcoming locals and international travelers.
If you are coming to the end of your most excited Sri Lanka, maybe you can keep you last 2, 3 days to spend by beaches at Bentota. You will find many high luxury and budget friendly beach hotels along the scenic sandy shoreline. Explore Bentota in your coming up holiday and let us know how you liked this beach beauty.
Ceylon Empire Travels so happy to present you vivid experiences in our beautiful paradise island Sri Lanka. The dream holiday that you always wanted to have, is right with us.
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Editorial Staff at Ceylon Empire Travels are Specialist in Sri Lanka Travel.
