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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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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Sri Lanka has high expectations from China’s vast outbound tourism market, industry insiders say. Following Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s visit to China last month, bilateral ties have reached a new high, they added, highlighting Sri Lanka’s manifold strengths as an outbound destination. “President Dissanayake’s visit underscores Sri Lanka’s commitment to fostering robust ties with China, a partner that …
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The Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA), in collaboration with the Asian Development Bank (ADB), has launched an innovative e-learning platform aimed at improving the management and operational standards of homestays across Sri Lanka. The initiative is part of ADB’s technical assistance programme (TA 9881 SRI: Supporting Tourism Resilience) and is designed to build resilience and sustainability within the tourism …
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Johann Peries summits the tallest mountain in Antarctica – Mount Vinson – at 4,892 metres, to become the first Sri Lankan to achieve the feat, sources said. In 2018, Johann Peries made history as the second Sri Lankan to summit Mount Everest, a monumental achievement that solidified his place in the country’s mountaineering legacy. His extraordinary journey continued as he …
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The BBC has selected Sri Lanka as the ninth best destination for 2025, giving further recognition to the country’s efforts to develop tourism. In announcing the winners of its Top 25 Destinations, the BBC said, “From its misty hilltop tea plantations and roaming wild elephants to its ancient temples and rolling surf, Sri Lanka is a country that ticks lots …
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With its fabulous landscapes, rich culture and wonderful hospitality, Sri Lanka draws all kinds of travelers. And even for those on a shoestring budget, the island nation offers travel experiences that don’t break the bank – think palm-fringed beaches, wildlife adventures and ancient temples packed with fascinating history. Whether you’re coming for just a few days, backpacking for months or exploring the country’s digital …
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Sri Lanka recorded its third-highest annual tourist arrivals in 2024, welcoming 2,053,465 visitors. This shows a 38.07 percent year-on-year (YoY) growth, despite falling slightly short of the 2.3 million arrivals forecast. For the whole of 2024, cumulative tourist arrivals reached 2.053 million. Sri Lanka recorded the highest tourist arrivals in 2018 with 2.3 million international visitors entering the country. The …
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The U.S. Embassy in Sri Lanka, in partnership with the Ministry of Culture and Department of Archaeology, proudly celebrated the reopening of the newly restored Old Kandyan Kings’ Palace and Archaeology Museum, located within the Sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic complex, on Wednesday, December 11. The ceremony was attended by U.S. Ambassador Julie Chung and Minister of Buddhasasana, Religious …
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The airport’s CEO says hugs lasting longer than three minutes are “really awkward”. Airports and emotional farewells go hand-in-hand, but one hub in New Zealand is cracking down on public displays of affection. Travellers leaving the New Zealand city of Dunedin have been told there’s now a three-minute time limit on goodbye hugs in the airport’s drop-off area, intended to …
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