Nature lovers and all those tourists wanting to explore some adventure won’t miss the 64-meters high Dunhinda Falls waterfall in Badulla, Sri Lanka. As this popular fall is located at a distance of fewer than 5 kilometers from the city area, tourists plan their visits at ease. Famous amongst all Sri Lankan waterfalls, this waterfall has gained immense popularity. In fact, it is also mentioned in some of the literary works. Local and international travelers ensure that Dunhinda Falls are added in their itineraries. It won’t be wrong to say that a Sri Lankan tour will remain incomplete without visiting this beautiful waterfall.

Tourists exploring Sri Lanka should rather customize their itineraries for fun-filled and adventure vacationing plans. Visiting country’s oldest surviving wooden bridge namely, Bogoda Ancient Wooden Bridge would give you a feeling that you travel back to the ancient era. This wooden bridge maintains the distinction of its existence since 4 centuries by now. It is accessible from the Badulla city at a distance of just 13 kilometers. It was during the Dambadeniya era that Bogoda Wooden Bridge was built in the 16th century. It used to connect the ancient cities of Gallanda Oya and Badulla until Kandy then. Today, it boasts as one of the most sought after heritage sites in Sri Lanka. Ancient Bogoda Buddhist Temple has located nearby this bridge.

The Fox Hill in Sri Lankan central highland area of Badulla seeks the attention of all visitors with its incredible 1,499 m altitude. Visitors feel fascinated seeing this great destination of nature and adventure. An annual Fox Hill Motor Cross at the Fox Hill appeals to all. Organized annually under the patronage of the Sri Lanka Military Academy, the prestigious motor racing event in Sri Lanka welcomes the visitors from worldwide locations. Fox Hill is popularly called Nariya Kanda in the local Sinhalese language. Its major attractions include rock art on the hills which appeal to all visitors throughout the year.

Nine Arches Bridge, also known as Ahas Namaye Palama or The Bridge in the Sky, is an iconic architectural structure located in the mountainous region of Ella in Sri Lanka. It is a magnificent stone bridge, built amidst lush green tea plantations, with stunning mountains in the backdrop. This ancient construction is 91 metres long and 24 metres high and never fails to leave tourists spellbound at its beauty. An interesting story revolves around the construction of this bridge. Soon after this bridge was constructed by the British, the first world war broke out. Thus, the steel used in the development of the bridge was used in the weapons for the war. But, a Sri Lankan named Appuhami took it upon himself to complete the construction. This builder meticulously worked on the development, with the available material and finances, and before the deadline. The bridge was built of stone and cement and has stood tall till date, which is an architectural wonder. Photographers from all over the world consider the Nine Arches Bridge the perfect spot for photography. The nine arches bridge can be accessed from the Ella station and is a short trek along the railway tracks to the bridge. Make sure to take note the train timings (mentioned below) to experience the bridge during that time.

Just 2 km from Ella city, perched at an altitude of 82 feet is the Ravana cave, and Ravana falls. The history of Sri Lanka dates back to over 2000 years and it finds itself in the iconic Ramayana. It is believed that Ravana was a fervent Sri Lankan by origin and stood as a villain in the lives of duo Ram – Sita. He captured Sita and kept her hostage in his custody in the famous, Ravana caves and the Ravana falls. Landscapes around the Ravana falls comprises of slopes, valleys, hills and streams that ornament the rocks. Historic connotations of this marvel date back as old as 25,000 years. The falls are beautiful; there is vegetation in the form of greenery, tall deciduous trees and twigs sprouting from the crevices of the rock.

The square pond made entirely out of stone slabs is a masterpiece of ancient Sri Lankan architecture. The pond had been fed water from the hills through four inlets on the four sides. The incoming water emanates through the mouths of a sculpted dragon face. The swimming pool-pond had once been a part of an ancient palace. It is an architectural monument that remains amazingly intact and preserved - guarded and looked after by the Archaeology Department. Another interesting item close to the pond is the ruins of an attractively carved ancient toilet slab, also out of stone. Foundation stones of an ancient building are visible too. On our return, we had a snack of some hoppers and bananas from a little way-side shop by the main road.

People from South India also go there to worship. The town has the Kataragama temple, a shrine dedicated to Skanda Kumara also known as Kataragama deviyo. Kataragama is located in the Monaragala District of Uva province, Sri Lanka. It is 228 km (142 mi) southeast of Colombo. Although Kataragama was a small village in medieval times, today it is a fast-developing township surrounded by jungle in the southeastern region of Sri Lanka. The ancient Kiri Vehera Buddhist stupa, which is believed to be built by the regional king Mahasena in the 6th century BC is also a major attraction in Kataragama area. The town has a venerable history dating back to the last centuries BCE. It was the seat of government of many Sinhalese kings during the days of Rohana kingdom.[2] Since the 1950s the town has undergone many improvements with successive governments investing in public transportation, medical facilities, and business development and hotel services. It adjoins the popular Yala National Park.

Yala National Park (also known as Ruhuna National Park) is located in the south eastern region of Sri Lanka and extends over two provinces of Hambantota district of southern province and Monaragala district in Uva province. The entrance to the park is at Palatupana, 12km from Kirinda. The distance from Colombo to the entry point of Palatupana is 305 km. The gateway to Yala National Park is Tissamaharama. A 20 km drive via Kirinda takes the visitors to the Palatupana. At Palatupana, the well-designed visitor center provides the information to the tourists and assign a tracker to all incoming vehicles. The park provides jeeps with soft–tops which gives the opportunitiy to view wild life. Dawn and dusk bring about the best timing for Yala Safari tours in the Yala National Park .

According to folklore, it is the place which provided safety to Prince Saddhatissa, who was attempting to flee after losing the fight with his elder brother, Prince Dutugamunu