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A 7-Day Trip to Sri Lanka: The Perfect Getaway for a Short Holiday

Want to spend your short holiday in Sri Lanka? This 7-day itinerary will show you how to explore this mysterious country. Save it now! -------- 🎉Itinerary: Day 1:Depart from Shanghai 🛫——Arrive in Colombo/Negombo Take a flight from Shanghai to Colombo, Sri Lanka, and begin your exotic journey! Day 2:Negombo Fish Market🐟——Negombo Lagoon——St. Mary's Church⛪——Minneriya National Park🌳 Visit the fish market in Negombo and experience the local life, then tour the lagoon and the ancient church, and finally head to the national park to get up close and personal with nature. Day 3:Sigiriya Rock🦁——Kandy Ancient City🏰 Climb the magnificent Sigiriya Rock for stunning views, and then head to the historic city of Kandy to experience the charm of ancient culture. Day 4:Temple of the Tooth🙏——Kandy Lake🌊 Visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth and experience its tranquility and solemnity, and then stroll along the shores of Kandy Lake and enjoy the peaceful time. Day 5:Turtle Hatchery🐢——Bentota Mangrove Forest🌲——Galle Fort Clock Tower🏯——Koggala Stilt Fishermen🎣 Visit the turtle hatchery and learn about conservation efforts, then tour the mangrove forest and the clock tower of Galle Fort, and finally watch the unique fishing methods of the stilt fishermen. Day 6:Independence Square🚩——Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall🏛——Colombo Municipal Council——Colombo National Museum🏛 Visit Independence Square and experience the independent spirit of Sri Lanka, visit the international conference hall and the municipal council to learn about the country's politics, and finally visit the museum to explore the history and culture. Day 7:Depart from Colombo🛫——Arrive at Shanghai Pudong International Airport🏠 End your Sri Lanka trip, take home wonderful memories, embark on your return journey, and arrive safely in Shanghai. -------- Must-See Attractions: Sigiriya Rock ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: Sigiriya, Sri Lanka Opening Hours: 05:00-17:00 Duration: 2-3 hrs The eighth wonder of the world, an air palace on a giant orange-red rock, not to be missed! Temple of the Tooth ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: Sri Dalada Veediya, Kandy 20000, Sri Lanka Opening Hours: 05:30-20:00 Duration: 1 hr This temple houses the tooth relic of Sakyamuni and is a pilgrimage site for believers. Koggala Stilt Fishermen ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: X8PH+3M9, Koggala, Sri Lanka Opening Hours: 5:30-19:30 Duration: 1-2 hrs Experience the fun of fishing for small sardines with a raised fishing rod, and watch the fishermen fishing for sardines on wooden frames, which has a unique charm. Kandy Lake ⭐⭐⭐ Address: Kandy, Sri Lanka Duration: 1-2 hrs The tranquil and intoxicating Kandy Lake, with picturesque scenery accompanied by Buddhist chants, is perfect for a leisurely stroll. -------- Travel Preparations: ?? First, about the SIM card, buy one directly at the airport for sufficient data and convenient communication. 🔌 A plug adapter is essential, otherwise, our devices won't be able to charge. 🪪 For documents, a passport is sufficient, as Sri Lanka is now visa-free! 👕 For clothing, bring a few short-sleeved shirts, sun protection and mosquito repellent are key, and don't forget hats and sunglasses. 🔋 Chargers and power banks, when traveling, a full battery provides a sense of security! -------- Come to Sri Lanka and enjoy the collision of tropical charm and ancient culture. Bring your camera and capture your own travel memories!
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