The true beauty of Sri Lanka is found in its people — hospitable, welcoming, and ready to share a smile or story over a cup of tea. andy, nestled amidst lush hills in the heart of Sri Lanka’s central highlands, is a captivating city that holds immense cultural, historical, and spiritual significance. It’s not just a beautiful place; it’s a living testament to Sri Lanka’s rich heritage, making it an incredibly interesting place to visit.
British Ceylon (Sinhala: බ්රිතාන්ය ලංකාව, romanized: Britānya Langkāwa; Tamil: பிரித்தானிய இலங்கை, romanized: Biritthāṉiya Ilaṅkai), officially British Settlements and Territories in the Island of Ceylon with its Dependencies from 1802 to 1833, then the Island of Ceylon and its Territories and Dependencies from 1833 to 1931 and finally the Island of Ceylon and its Dependencies from 1931 to 1948,was the British Crown colony of present-day Sri Lanka between 1796 and 4 February 1948. Initially, the area it covered did not include the Kingdom of Kandy, which was a protectorate, but from 1817 to 1948 the British possessions included the whole island of Ceylon, now the nation of Sri Lanka. And what a place it is. Are you ready to go?
If our rail travel has wet your whistle, why not leap off the couch and see yourself there. Our affiliate partner, G Adventures have tours ready and waiting for you. Discover Sri Lanka’s incredible cultural and natural highlights on this eight-day tour. Explore a spice plantation, look for elephants on safari in Udawalawe National Park, and visit a stunning tea plantation. Wrapping up in Unawatuna, this tour is designed for add-on beach time to complete your vacation. This will be an adventure that you will surely never forget. Click here.