Wednesday, April 10, 2013

The Benefits Of Sri Lanka Rent A Car

By Alba Durham


Sri Lanka is one of the world's most stunning and fascinating countries. There is no shortage of attractions for visitors to enjoy in the country, as well as a vibrant and interesting Buddhist culture. You can enjoy beautiful nation parks, tea plantations, gorgeous beaches and Buddhist temples. Sri Lanka is 65,610 square kilometers in size and by far the best way to explore is with a hire car. You can easily arrange Sri Lanka rent a car at the airport or online before you arrive.

Sri Lanka has nine provinces; the Central Province, North Central Province, Northern Province, North Western Province, Eastern Province, Southern Province and the provinces of Uva and Sabaragamuwa. The Northern province remains off limits to tourism for now due to unexploded ordinance and landmines. However, the rest of the country is perfectly safe.

The Highlands of the country are located in the Central Province. Here you can enjoy tea plantations and spectacular scenery, with lush rolling hills and waterfalls. You can trek in the Horton Plains National Park and see the famous 1050 meter sheer precipice known as The Worlds End, as well as Mount Piduruthalagala; the countries highest mountain.

The historical heart of the country lies in the North Central Province. Here you can explore the ancient kingdoms of Sri Lanka at many archeological sites. The province also has some of the best beaches in the country, as well as beautiful national parks.

Possibly the most famous place for tourism in Uva Province is the beautiful and sleepy little town of Ella. Ella is surround by spectacular countryside with rolling hills and tea plantations. The Rawana Ella Falls are about five kilometers from the town and are spectacular.

You will likely commence your journey in the Western Province as this is where the city of Colombo is located along with the major international airport. There are stunning beaches in the province, including the beautiful Beruwela beach resort. The beach is wonderful place to begin your trip in Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka also has a fascinating and vibrant Buddhist culture with beautiful temples and wonderful festivals to enjoy. The food in the country is very delicious with spicy curries and coconut dishes. There is no shortage of accommodation throughout the country that will suit all budgets, from simple guesthouses to five star resorts.

The beats way to travel around Sri Lanka is by vehicle, this way you can stop whenever you like and come and go as you like. You can also get off the beaten path and explore more of this beautiful country without having to rely of public transportation. It is easy to arrange Sri Lanka rent a car online so you can collect it at the airport when you arrive.




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