MESMERIZING MALDIVES
The name Maldives may derive from Sanskrit “mala” (garland) and Dvipa (island) Maala Divaina (Necklace Islands) in Sinhala. The Maldivian people were called Dhivehin.
- Maldives, officially the Republic of Maldives, is a small archipelagic state in South Asia, situated in the Arabian Sea of the Indian Ocean. It lies southwest of Sri Lanka and India, about 700 kilometres from the Asian continent`s mainland. Wikipedia
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You`ve seen photos of the Maldives before: picture-perfect private villas suspended over striking blue waters, alabaster white sand beaches and spectacular sunsets dipping into the horizon. The scenic beauty of the Maldives is something to behold, something you can`t quite understand until you`re there in person.
The island nation of the Maldives is popular with honeymooners looking for seclusion and adventurers looking to explore the depths of the sea on a scuba diving and snorkeling excursion. Travelers seeking relaxation can unwind at one of the island spas and all visitors should certainly spend a day exploring the Maldivian capital of Malé. The hotels in this region are also spectacular, ranging from underwater hotels to overwater private bungalows. However, getting to and staying in this tropical paradise requires patience (there are no direct flights from the United States) and plentiful cash. Located between the Arabian and Laccadive seas, roughly 500 miles southwest of Sri Lanka, the Maldives is about as isolated as you can get – and that`s just another one of its many allures.
- You can enjoy various water sports activities like Wind Surfing, Water Skiing, Kayaking, Parasailing etc.
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MEMORABLE MAURITIUS
The Republic of Mauritius is an island Nation in the Indian Ocean about ( 2,000 ) kilometres off the southeast coast of the African Continent. The country includes the island of Mauritius. It is 65 km long and 45 km wide. Its land area is 1,864.8 km. The island is surrounded by more than 150 km of white sandy beaches and the lagoons are protected from the open sea by the world`s third largest coral reef, which surrounds the island. Just off the Mauritian coast lie some 49 uninhabited islands and islets, some of them are used as natural reserves for the protection of endangered species.
- South island tour with Chamarel seven colored earth.
- Shopping at Floreal for Ship Models and at factory outlets of popular brands.
- Visit the extinguished volcano of Trou aux Cerfs with its magnificent view, the forest reserve of Plain Champagne.
- Black River National Park.
- The sacred lake of Grand Bassin.
- Enjoy an Submarine trip taking you 30 -40 meters undersea to view the coral reefs and marine life.
- Visit the famous Pamplemousses botanical garden famous for its large collection of indigenous and exotic plants, including the giant Victoria Amazonica water lilies and many species of palm trees.
- Visit the capital – Port Louis, viewpoint of Marie Reine de la Paix and enjoy shopping at the local Market.
- Tour to Ile Aux Surf Island.
- Speedboat to the famous Robinson Crusoe Island Ile aux Cerfs.
- Discover swimming and snorkeling in the turquoise waters of the lagoon.
- Enjoy one-one-one encounter with “Walking with the Lions” experience at the Casela Nature.
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BEAUTIFUL BALI
Bali is an island and province of Indonesia. It includes the island of Bali & few smaller neighboring islands. Bali is the largest tourist destination in the country. Bali has Hindu culture. 84.5% of Bali`s population is Balinisim Hinduism. It is renowned for its highly developed arts, including traditional and modern dance sculpture, painting, leather, Metal working, and Music.
- Visit Bali Safari & Marine Park.
- Waterbom Park which is home to more than 17 world class waterslides and leisure facilities for all ages.
- Visit Tanjung Benoa to enjoy water sports like Parasailing, Banana boat ride and Jet Ski.
- Half Day Tanah Lot Tour the temple which is built on an ocean rock on the exotic west coast of Bali.
- Unworldly beauty – natural rice paddies, quaint Balinese villages, temples and local markets – on the scenic drive to Bali Elephant Camp where you will enjoy a ride on elephant back.
- Experience first-hand the Monkey Forest of Alas Kedaton, where hundreds of holy monkeys live.
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SRI LANKA
Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka and known until 1972 as Ceylon is an island country in South asia near south-east India. The pre-history of Sri Lanka goes back 125,000 years and possibly even as far back as 500,000 years. Sri Lanka is a republic and a unitary state governed by a presidential system . The legislative capital, Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, is a suburb of the commercial capital and largest city, Colombo. An important producer of tea, coffee, gemstones, coconuts, rubber, and the native cinnamon, the island contains tropical forests and diverse landscapes with much biodiversity. Sri Lanka has had a long history of international engagement, as a founding member of SAARC, a member of the United Nations, the Commonwealth of Nations.
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Colombo : (SUGGESTED NIGHTS 1)
- Pinnawala elephant orphanage, nursery and captive breeding ground for wild Asian elephants.
- Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya, a famous Buddha temple built in the 3rd century B.C. Also visit a shrine dedicated to Vibushana, king Ravana`s brother, who allied with Rama in the struggle to rescue Sita.
- City orientation tour of Colombo including 100 years old clock tower, British built colonial buildings, Hindu and Buddhist temple and the Bandaranaike Memorial International.
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Dambulla : (SUGGESTED NIGHTS 1)
Golden temple of Dambulla - the ancient cave temple and the tallest Buddha statue.
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Kandy/ Peradeniya : (SUGGESTED NIGHTS 2)
- Home of the Temple of the Tooth Relic.
- Kandy Lake and Kandy Town, Bazaar, Arts and Crafts centre, Gems Gallery and Lapidary.
- Peradeniya Botanical Gardens - collection of a variety of orchids.
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Matale / Sigiriya :
Spice garden in Matale
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Ashok Vatika/ Anjaneyar :
- Hakgala Botanical Gardens (Ashok Vatika) – one of the pleasure gardens of King Ravana.
- Nuwara Eliya known for its Tea production.
- Tea factory’s, Hakgala to visit the Sita Amman Temple – according to tradition, the site is associated with Sita of the Ramayana epic, ancient statues of Rama and Sita can be seen on a side of the temple.
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Bentota: (SUGGESTED NIGHTS 2)
- The city of Golden beaches, relax and feel the spirit of the sea and the warmth of the soft sand.
- Boat ride on the Madhu River.
- Visit the Turtle Hatchery, which is the prime turtle nesting site opened by the Wild life Protection Society in 1981, visitors can see huge tanks filled with new born turtle , After being fed, the baby turtles are taken to the sea and released when they are 2-4 days old, usually during the safer hours of darkness.
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