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Ramayana trails in Sri Lanka
8 Days 7 Nights RAMAYANA TRAIL
From Colombo to Trincomalee, explore the island country, through a series of temples – Places Related to Ramayana trails
Sri Lanka is a island of paradise and a fascinating destination where a tourist will come across – rich culture, scenic beauty and a variance of locations to explore Set in the Indian Ocean in South Asia, the tropical island nation Sri Lanka is such a remarkable combination of natural beaches, captivating cultural heritage stunning landscapes and unique experiences in such a compact location. With in a area of 65,610 kilometres- lie 8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, 1,330 kilometres of coastline – much of it pristine beach – 15 national parks show casing an abundance of wildlife, nearly 500,000 acres of lush tea estates, 250 acres of botanical gardens, 350 waterfalls, 25,000 water bodies, to a culture that the Pearl of the Indian Ocean.
DAY 1: AIRPORT – CHILLAW – NEGAMBO
Upon arrival at the Colombo Bandaranayake International Airport, you will be received warmly by our representative. You will then be escorted to your vehicle to begin your holiday in Sri Lanka. Visit Chillaw – Darshan Muneshwaram and Mannawari Lingas, overnight stay at Beautiful area famous for Natural Beaches -Nigambo.
Munishwaram Temple
It is believed that Munishwaram predates the Ramayana and a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva was located here. Munishwaram means the first temple for Shiva (Munnu + Easwaran). A Shiva Lingam was already here when Lord Rama visited this place. Lord Rama after his victorious battle left for Ayodhya with Maa Sita in one of King Ravana’s Vimanas. He felt he was being followed by a Bramhaasthi Dosham as he had killed King Ravana who was a Brahmin. He stopped the Vimana at this juncture and install and pray at four lingams located at Munneshwaram, Manavari, Thiru Koneshwaram and Rameshwaram for Bramhaasthi Dosham.
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DAY 2: NEGOMBO – TRINCOMALEE
Koneswaram Temple, Shankari Devi Temple
Breakfast at hotel visit. Trincomalee is a port city on the east coast of Sri Lanka. The city is built on a peninsula, which divides the inner and outer harbours. It is one of the main centers of Tamil speaking culture on the island. The Bay of Trincomalee’s harbour is renowned for its large,size and security; unlike every other in the Indian Sea, it is accessible to all types of craft in all weathers. The beaches are used for surfing, scuba diving, fishing and whale watching.
Konesvaram temple
Thiru Koneswaram Temple that sits idyllically at the edge of a cliff. The temple is said to have been built by Agastya Rishi on the instructions of Lord Shiva on being impressed by King Ravanas devotion. It is also said that Lord Rama built the second lingam here to get rid of the Brahmahathi Dosham. which attracts many pilgrims from all parts of India. It is also known as Shankari Devi Temple – the Shaktipeedam as there were 3 Tempels now Gone to the sea.
The Temple of a Thousand Columns. There are several Buddhist historical sites around the Trincomalee. These include the famous Seruwila Mangala Raja Maha Vihara (Seruwila Temple) which is under consideration to be declared a UNESCO world heritage site dating back to 2nd century B.C. the Sri Gajaba Len Vihara (Sri Gajaba Cave Temple), Overnight stay at your hotel in Trincomalee.
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DAY 3: TRINCOMALEE – KANDY
Breakfast at hotel
Early morning go to Kinniya ( 07 hot spring wells ) After that proceed to Kandy. Lying amidst the hills, Kandy is the last capital of the ancient kings of Sri Lanka. While being the second largest city in Sri Lanka it is also famousfor its immense beauty and is named as one of the seven UNESCO declared World Heritage sites in the country. With its luxuriant prairie, picturesque lake, longest river of the country and misty mountains, Kandy successfully mesmerizes every visitor unsurprisingly. While on your city tour you will visit one of the world heritagesas well as a sacred place for the Buddhists all over the world; namely the Temple of tooth Relic known to the Sri Lankans as Dalada Maligawa.
Your next visit will be to the Peradeniya Botanical Gardens which is a paradise for nature lovers. This beautiful flower Eden is restored with over 300 different varieties of orchids, other spices, medicinal plants and Palm trees. Every year more than 1.2 million people are enchanted by the beauty of these 147 acre flower gardens. The real evidence of the richness will be affirmed by your visit to the Gem Museum. Sri Lanka produces the finest quality of gems in the world. Semi-precious gems, the sapphires of Sri Lanka, which are very exclusive and comes in shades of blue, red, green, white etc. In the evening you will witness a traditional cultural dance show. Overnight stay at your hotel in Kandy.
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DAY 4: KANDY – NUWARA ELIYA
Seetha Amman Temple, Gayathri Pedam
After breakfast Proceed to NUWARA ELIYA – Enrpute visit Bhakt Hanuman Temple at Ram Boda. Nuwara Eliya, the City of Lights, is a resort city in the Central Mountain range of Sri Lanka blessed with salubrious climate, breathtaking views of valleys, meadows, mountains and greenery; Surrounded by hills Natural Water falls and tea plantations, the town of Nuwara Eliya enjoys spring-like weather throughout the year. It is also known as “Little England”, which was the favorite hill station of the British.
The city is known for Gayathri Pedam, Seetha Amman Temple, & Divurumpola that are a part of the Ramayana tour in Sri Lanka. You’ll get a chance to revisit the past at these iconic temples that serve as milestones for the important incidents that occured In the Ramayana. The Sita Amman Temple can be seen en route to the Hakgala Botanical Gardens. The prominent temple architecture will not fail to attract your attention. Ancient statues of Rama and Sita can be seen on one side of the temple. The temple today is a modern building with its paintings, statues and pillars decorated withsculptures; all depicting the tale of Rama and Sita. Overnight stay at your hotel in Nuwara Eliya
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DAY 5: NUWARA ELIYA – BANDARAWELA – KATARAGAMA
Breakfast at your hotel. Divurumpola Temple Still revered by thousands, this holy haven was the place where Maa Sita performed her Agni Pariksha (proving her chastity) to her husband Rama. Continuing the practice for thousands of years, villagers still pledge their fidelity or take oaths there and even in certain courts, this agreement was binding. This place has been respected and worshipped by people down the ages.
Ella
Ella is a small town in the Badulla District of Uva Province in Sri Lanka. The destination has a significant place in the Ramayana tour of Sri Lanka and is known for Ravana Ella Falls and Ravana Caves in Sri Lanka. The 1,080-feet-high waterfalls are named after the limestone caves atop the waterfall that is said to have been inhabited by King Ravana. Other than being one of the Ramayana places in Sri Lanka, this place also attracts nature lovers and adventure seekers owing to its sheer beauty.. Overnight stay at your hotel in Kataragama.
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DAY 6: KATARAGAMA – COLOMBO
Breakfast at your hotel. Visit Kataragama Temple This is the temple of Lord Karthikeya Subramaniam at Kataragama. Lord Karthikeya was requested to go to the battlefield by Lord Indra on the last day of war. This was done to protect Lord Rama from the wrath of Brahmasthra aimed by King Ravana which other wise would have weakened Lord Rama.
The benefit was one of the most powerful weapon brahma asthra aimed at Lord Rama for the second time was rendered useless by the presence of Lord Karthikeya. On the way to Colombo Visit Rumassala Panchamuga Anjaneyar at Kalubowila. This is the first Anjaneyar Temple in Sri Lanka and also the only Panchamuga (five faced) Anjaneyar Temple in Sri Lanka. Its the only temple in the world to have a chariot for Ajanyear. The chariot festival is held annually end Dec/ beginning of January. Overnight stay at your hotel in Colombo.
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Day 7: Colombo
Enjoy a delicious breakfast at your hotel.
Colombo is the largest city and commercial capital of Sri Lanka. Located on the west coast, it is a busy and vibrant city with a mixture of modern and colonial impressions. Colombo has wildly varying architecture that span centuries and depict various styles. Many colonial buildings influenced by the Portuguese, Dutch and British exist alongside structures built in Buddhist, Hindu, Islamic, Indian and Contemporary architectural styles. No other place is this more evident in the heart of the city the Fort area. Colombo also boasts many shopping malls and department stores that offer brand name clothing at highly discounted prices. Therefore, it has become an important shopping destination among tourists.
City Tour: While on your city tour in Colombo you may visit famous places including Galle Face Green, the Vihara mahadevi Park, National Museum, Twin World Trade Center towers, Old Parliament Building, Fort district, Independence Hall at Independence Square, and prominent Buddhist, Hindu, Islam and Christian places of worship.
Kelaniya Temple
After King Ravana’s death, Vibeeshana was coroneted as King of Lanka by Lakshmana at Kelaniya. There are murals enshrined outside the Buddhist temple depicting the crowning of Vibeeshana. Overnight stay at your hotel in Colombo.
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Day 8: Colombo – Airport
Breakfast at your hotel. Drop airport according to Flight
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