Tourism

Tourism

Sri Lanka’s ancient civilization and culture is recognized by UNESCO, which has declared six World Heritage Sites in the country:

Cultural

  • The sacred city of Anuradhapura (1982)
  • The ancient city of Polonnaruwa (1982)
  • The ancient city of Sigiriya (1982)
  • The sacred city of Kandy (1988)
  • The old town of Galle and its fortifications (1988)
  • The golden temple of Dambulla (1991)

Natural

  • Sinharaja Forest Reserve (1988)
  • Central Highlands of Sri Lanka (2010)