Amazing Journay Across the Yala National Park (Sri Lanka)Pictured By Srimal Fernando

 Amazing Journay Across the Yala National Park (Sri Lanka)

Pictured By Srimal Fernando

Srimal Fernando  is a International Journalist and a Global Editor . He is a International Editor for a globally famous life style Magazine.as a recognized international travel photographer he has received tremendous appreciations from different Heads of States, Ministers and Diplomats

Overview- Yala & Hambantota District of Sri Lanka

Geographic diversity gives Hambantota district rich wildlife resources. Yala and Bundala national parks located in the South East edge of the district are two wildlife parks.

Wirawila and Kalametiya are among the most accessible bird sanctuaries in the district. Majestic elephants can be found in almost all nature reserves along with deer, wild boar, several species of monkeys, wild buffalo, peacocks, crocodiles, leopards and indigenous and migratory birds of all varieties.

 

 

HAMBANTOTA district, a tropical land of legendary beauty and ancient irrigation systems has many facets. Her tourism attractions include sun drenched beaches, multi coloured corals, sheltered bays, serene lagoons, offshore islands and wildlife parks.Hambantota situated 240 km South East of Colombo has been a strategic location in the Southern region. The district consists of 2622 sq Km land area representing six per cent of the country's land mass. The Hambantota region has a special ambience, not felt anywhere else in Sri Lanka.

The tourism sector in the Hambantota district which had an astounding success story, is entering a new track with fresh dimensions. 

 

 Tourism in the district has become a major industry, generating wealth and employment, opening the minds of both visitors and residents to different ways of life.The Hambantota district is a tourist's delight. Its thriving hotels and guest inns, elegant restaurants and captivating boutiques give enterprising spirit to the sector.Hambantota was once known as the "Magama Kingdom". The medieval town of Tissamaharama is a classic city. Its impressive second centaury Vihares such as Yatala, Sandagiri and Tissa are famous for architectural design and outstanding sculpture. 

 

 

 

  Jeeps passing through apool of mud  inside the Yala National park  Pictured By Srimal Fernando

 

Kataragama, a favourite pilgrim location visited by Sri Lankans irrespective of religion is an important destination to foster reconciliation and peace.The Mulkirigala rock temple with a cave complex and an impressive stone stairway of nearly 700 steps is another heritage attraction in the district.Katuwana which has a fort built by the Dutch nearly four centuries ago is a fascinating site. Hambantota is not merely ahistorically important district but a region where art, culture and traditions are visible all around.The first picture that comes to mind on hearing the word Hambantota is beaches - long beaches that stretch as far as eye could see. Tangalle and Hambantota are all year round beach destinations with brilliant sunshine, dry weather and perfect sea conditions.Great and Little bases islands on the South East Coast offers excellent under water coral exploration sites. 

 

( References :  Author  Srimal Fernando : Hambantota your Next Investment Location ( Daily News) 2005 ,Hambantota - a tempting destination(Daily News ),2005  ,Majestic Mulkirigala Rock Temple ( Sunday Observer)2009  ,Remarkable Hambantota Region where,art,culture and tradition ( Daily Mirror)2009, Sri Lanka Opens Second International Airport ( Foreign Exchange Asia )

Amazing Journay Across the Yala National Park (Sri Lanka)

Pictured By Srimal Fernando

 

  Small lake inside the  Yala National Park  Pictured By Srimal Fernando






 Safari Jeep   Yala National Park Pictured By Srimal Fernando

 

  Water  Buffalo Pictured By Srimal Fernando






   Jeep tracks inside the Yala National Park Pictured By Srimal Fernando

 

  Deer  inside the Yala National Park Pictured By Srimal Fernando

 

  The River Manik  in Side the Yala National Park Pictured By Srimal Fernando

 
  Jeeps passing through apool of mud  inside the Yala National park  Pictured By Srimal Fernando

 
  water buffaloes having a swim at Yala National Park   Pictured By Srimal Fernando

 
  Beautiful  Rock inside the park Pictured By Srimal Fernando

 
  Eagle  ( Yala National Park) Pictured By Srimal Fernando

 
  Peacock  ( Yala National Park  )Pictured By Srimal Fernando

 
 Beer ( Yala National Park) Pictured By Srimal Fernando

 
  Crocodile  Yala National Park   Pictured By Srimal Fernando
 
 Water Buffaloes at Yala National Park  Pictured By Srimal Fernando

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  Bird at Yala National Park  Pictured By Srimal Fernando