You can love to relax by the sea while the sun warms your face and a cool breeze caresses your skin. Or, maybe it's nightlife you 're looking for and a little chance game at a casino no matter what your thrill is, with the best tourist places to visit in Sri Lanka, this island nation has everything. Lanka Ravana has a long history and written record over 2,000 years. It was mentioned also in the epics of Ramayana and Mahabharata. Though small, Sri Lanka has 8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites to visit, as well as religious sites, numerous national parks, green tea plantations and beaches, of course. Take a scenic train trip through plantations and valleys, and try your luck at one of the many casinos in blackjack and poker. Tickle your taste buds with local classics such as rich curries, fragrant polos and the odd-smelling apple wood.

Best time to Visit Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka sees two moonsoon seasons so it is best to visit different parts of the country at different times of the year. The Yala Monsoon, which takes place from May through August, affects the Hill Country's south and west coasts. This is the best time to visit the regions to the north and east. At the other hand, the Maha Monsoon takes place from December to March and covers the regions north, east and west, leaving the west, south and hill country ideal for visiting. But both April and September are among the best holiday months, as the weather is good and there is no rain.

How to Reach Sri Lanka

Bandaranaike International Airport is the only international airport in the region, and it is well connected with major cities in India and abroad. It is about 30 kms from Colombo 's capital. Passengers traveling in from India from Chennai, Bangalore and Thiruvananthapuram also do so.