Sri Lanka’s plant messiah spreads optimism for biodiversity & conservation

When the government of Sri Lanka published the  National Red List of threatened plants in 2020, my eyebrows shot up. We’ve all become accustomed, after all, to the grim news these reports periodically bring us. But here it was, in black and white: 128 species, not having been recorded in surveys conducted during the past century, were assessed as “possibly extinct,” …

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Sri Lanka grants protection to a rare ecosystem

Founder’s Briefs: An occasional series where Mongabay founder Rhett Ayers Butler shares analysis, perspectives and story summaries. In a move hailed as a long-overdue conservation victory, Sri Lanka has formally declared Nilgala — a sweeping mosaic of grasslands, forests and sacred sites — as a protected forest reserve, reports contributor Malaka Rodrigo for Mongabay. Spanning more than 40,000 hectares (100,000 acres), Nilgala is now …

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The Warden’s House in Yala, Sri Lanka

For the perfect blend of wildlife and culture, and the chance to explore Yala’s quieter Block V with deeply personalised safaris and private river access. Bonus: you’re in Kataragama, one of the island’s most spiritually diverse towns, where Hindu, Buddhist and Vedda traditions overlap. Set the scene The Warden’s House is tucked into a seven-acre stretch on the banks of …

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Sri Lanka’s iconic tuskers ‘falling like dominoes,’ conservationists warn

With a single tusk that made him stand out, the majestic bull elephant Unicorn was a true king among the wild herds of Minneriya, a biodiversity hotspot in the island’s north-central region, globally known as the home of the world’s largest gathering of elephants. At dusk, Unicorn would often be seen alongside female elephants — a breathtaking sight that left an …

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Climate change spikes wildfire risk in Sri Lanka

Ella, one of Sri Lanka’s most popular tourist destinations, draws scores of foreign visitors who come to admire its natural beauty and marvel at engineering wonders like the famous nine-arched bridge, also known as the “Bridge in the Sky.” But in February, those visitors witnessed a very different scene — not the lush greenery they expected, but massive flames of orange …

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How to hike the Pekoe Trail in Sri Lanka

In the heart of Sri Lanka, far away from the bustle of the beaches or the calm of the cultural sites, is a region where the fragrance of tea wafts gently in the air. This is the Hill Country, where a new hiking trail connects visitors with locals, and showcases the story of Ceylon tea to the world. The Pekoe Trail runs for over …

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7 best cities to live in the world

Best cities in the world: Countries worldwide make huge investments in turning their cities world-class with top-notch infrastructure and modern facilities that lure people. However, people prefer cities that strike a perfect balance between modernity and serenity. Here’s a list of top cities. source; indiantvnews.com

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15 of the best things to do in Sri Lanka

Nicknamed the Pearl of the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka is certainly a hidden gem, with just under 1.5 million tourists visiting in 2023. Known for its spectacular tea plantations, beaches perfect for surfing, and seriously spicy fish curries, Sri Lanka is shooting up the to-visit lists of many travellers this year. Wondering what the country has to offer? Here are …

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