34 Cool and Unusual Things to Do in Sri Lanka - Atlas Obscura

Unusual Attractions in Sri Lanka

Sigiriya, Sri Lanka

Sigiriya

An ancient stone fortress considered by many to be the eighth wonder of the world.

Moneragala, Sri Lanka

Udawalawe National Park

Huge herds of Asian elephants can be seen walking, bathing, and just chilling at this Sri Lankan park.

Colombo, Sri Lanka

Jami Ul-Alfar Masjid (Red Mosque)

This mesmerizing architectural wonder will take your breath away with its unusual color patterns.

Rochor, Sri Lanka

Adam's Peak

Once thought to be the Garden of Eden it holds a holy footprint claimed to belong to Adam, Buddha and Shiva.

Shark Point Reef

One of the few places where inexperienced snorkelers can spot a shark.

Kandy, Sri Lanka

Helga's Folly

A Bohemian "anti-hotel" offers off-kilter stays in Sri Lanka.

Saint Anthony’s Church and Cemetery

The ruins of this old church are slowing sinking into the sand.

Gavaragiriya, Sri Lanka

Fa-Hien Lena (Pahiyangala Cave)

The remains of a 37,000-year-old prehistoric society were discovered in this mammoth cave, one of the largest in Asia.

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Egg Hopper

Sri Lanka's crispy, bowl-shaped pancake comes with an egg at the bottom.

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An elephant can defecate 16 times in one day—and its 200 pounds of dung can double as paper pulp.

by Zinara Rathnayake

November 8, 2019

The jungle highlands of Sri Lanka, where humans settled at least 45,000 years ago.

Eurasia's Oldest Tiny Tools Were Essential for Living in the Rain Forest

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by Isaac Schultz

October 4, 2019