Koggala Lake: Southern Coastal Lagoon
Koggala Lake is one of Sri Lanka's largest and most enchanting natural attractions, offering a serene escape from the hustle of tourist hotspots along...
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Roshan Bandara
Travel & Geography Writer
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Roshan writes about travel, geography, and historical sites across Sri Lanka. He covers destination guides, national parks, ancient ruins, and the island's diverse landscape.
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I write to help people discover every corner of this beautiful island.
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Travel
Geography
Heritage
Tourism
History
Articles by Roshan Bandara
298 articles published
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Heritage Boutique Hotels in Galle, Kandy & Hill Country
Sri Lanka's heritage boutique hotels offer a distinctive way to experience the island's rich cultural tapestry whilst enjoying modern comfort and pers...
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Flood-Prone Areas and Seasonal Flooding
Imagine waking up to chest-high water rushing through your home in the dead of night, sweeping away everything you've worked for. For many of us in Sr...
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Exploring the Ancient City of Polonnaruwa: Biking Route & Highlights
Imagine pedalling through shaded boulevards lined with ancient ruins, where kings once ruled and massive Buddha statues gaze eternally from granite cl...
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Ancient Coins and Trade Evidence
Imagine holding a small, weathered silver coin in your palm, stamped with ancient symbols from a time when our island was a bustling hub connecting Ea...
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The Three Geographic Zones of Sri Lanka Explained
Imagine standing atop Pidurutalagala, Sri Lanka's highest peak at 2,524 metres, gazing over a landscape that shifts from misty highlands to endless co...
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Galle Fort: UNESCO World Heritage Dutch Fortress
Imagine strolling along ancient ramparts as the Indian Ocean crashes below, where Dutch cannons once guarded spice routes and today's locals sip tea i...
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Ancient Moonstone Carvings: Symbolic Art
Sri Lanka's ancient moonstones, known as sandakada pahana, represent one of the world's most sophisticated and symbolically rich architectural traditi...
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Pidurutalagala: Sri Lanka's Highest Peak (2,524m)
Pidurutalagala, also known as Mount Pedro, stands as Sri Lanka's highest peak at 2,524 metres (8,281 feet)[1]. Located North-North-East of Nuwara Eliy...
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Kala Wewa: Ancient Reservoir Built in 5th Century
Kala Wewa stands as one of Sri Lanka's most remarkable engineering achievements, a testament to the ingenuity of our ancestors who built this massive...
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Hatton Plateau: Western Ridges and Tea Country
The Hatton Plateau stands as one of Sri Lanka's most distinctive geographical features, a deeply dissected series of ridges that forms the western fla...
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Sri Lanka Has 8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Sri Lanka might be a small island nation, but we're home to some of the world's most remarkable cultural and natural treasures. With 8 UNESCO World He...
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