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Visit Galle Fort in 2026: The Photogenic Time Capsule in Sri Lanka

August 24, 2026 by Narmada W.
Cannon on the ramparts of Galle Fort at sunset with heritage buildings behind

If you ask me why I travel, I say for memories. Memories that live in two places: in the mind and in a thousand photographs. When you’re in Sri Lanka, believe me, you’ll probably snap a quarter of those, right here in Galle Fort. So much charm packed into one single fort, and so many … Read more

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Exploring Dikwella: A Guide to Blue Beach, Hiriketiya & Pehembiya

August 19, 2026August 19, 2026 by Narmada W.
Blue Beach Dikwella with the sandbar leading to Blue Beach Island

Sri Lanka is an island nation. True to its geography, the coastline fringes almost every mile around it. Each coastal region here is fabled for something especial, such as a surf break, a sunset, or a story. Then there is Dikwella, the coastal hub of Sri Lanka, cradling three super beaches in the same small … Read more

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