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Sri Lanka or "Lanka" the resplendent island like no other in the Planet boasts of a rich
cultural heritage dating back to 2500 years of recorded history under Royal Dynasties and later
alongside Colonial Rule from 15th Century. It is also widely believed that the Historical
significance dates back 6000 years to Emperor Ravana who ruled from Lanka. Ceylon as the Island
was well known around the globe changed the name to Sri Lanka after it gained Republican status
in 1972.
Presently Sri Lanka is considered a multi religious/cultural state with diverse communities
living in harmony. Its 9 provinces are spread across the island of 65000 sq km with a population
of 22 million people.
Most Major Cities are of historical and religious importance as in Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa
ancient kingdoms with its ancient man made reservoirs, irrigation systems and Buddhist Dagabas.
Sigiriya the Rock fortress is a must visit destination for its wonderful ancient engineering,
architectural and artistic values. The hill capital Kandy is famous for the sacred Temple of
tooth Relic of the Buddha.
Sri Lanka rich in Bio diversity is considered an Agricultural Nation with a satisfactory
rainfall spread throughout the year. Its staple diet Rice is widely grown in mid/low wet dry
zones. The Plantation crops introduced by the British rulers in the 19th century consist of
"Ceylon Tea" grown in vast stretches of land called tea estates whilst Rubber and Coconut are
the other Main Plantation crops. Sri Lanka is also famous for its variety of high quality of
Spices such as Cinnamon, Black Pepper, Cloves, Nutmeg, Cardamom and Gems as Blue Sapphire, Ruby
and Emeralds.
No country could ever match the scenic
beauty starting from the deep blue ocean lined with
Golden beaches fringed with coconut and Palmyra palms, the abundance of wildlife as Elephant,
Leopard, Sloth Bear, Sambar Deer, diverse array of birds in National Parks Yala, Wilpattu,
Minneriya, Kumana among many others.
High up in Hill Country 7000 feet above sea level is Nuwaraeliya discovered in 1819 AD and
termed "Little England" by Dr John Davy of British origin. This region too is famous for Tea
Plantations where many Plantation towns as Bandarawela, Haputale and Hatton are located whilst
Horton Plains a vast flat landmass of Grass Patna is famous for the " World's End " from where
you could view into the deep abyss falling into a different agro climatic Region.
Yet so many unmentioned destinations within Sri Lanka remains to be explored by the Visitor all
such locations are accessible within few hours by Road.
Everything what Sri Lanka Claims to attract a Visitor could be summed up with what Marco Polo
the famous traveller had to say after his visit in 1293 AD “Ceylon for its size, is better
circumstanced than any other island in the World".
Visit Sri Lanka, "The Land of Friendly Smiles" and “Explore the
Wonders”…
JIT Lanka Tours is a company comprising of qualified, licensed Tourist Guide Lecturers
and
Drivers who are registered with the Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) Of Sri Lanka.
We
are based in Kandy the Central Province of Sri Lanka and are committed to assist you to
make
your dream Tour to Sri Lanka come true whilst ensuring the safety and security of our
Guests
at all times.
Our services include transfers from the Airport, Hotel reservations, selection of Sites
and
Activities. We offer you Adventure Tours, City Tours, Honeymoon Tours, Nature Tours,
Pilgrimage Tours, Sightseeing Tours, Waterfall Tours and many more which would be
arranged
in accordance to your requirements. We have our own fleet of vehicles which are air
conditioned, comfortable and luxurious which could be selected at your choice.
With all above we ensure the total the satisfaction of our Guests who would certainly
carry
with them pleasant memories and unforgettable experience of Sri Lanka the “Wonder of
Asia”.
