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  “An apple a day keeps the doctor away,” or so the saying goes. It explain healthy benifits of fruits. Healthcare professionals know that fruit is a highly nutritious, delicious, and convenient addition to any diet. With more than 2,000 varieties of fruit available, you may wonder which ones you should pick. Each type of fruit brings its own unique set of nutrients and benefits to life. The key is to eat fruits of various colors and various sizes, as each color provides a different set of healthy nutrients. Jackfruits Jackfruits grow in tropical countries, including Sri Lanka, India, and other South Asian countries. This fruit has a very good smell and is yellow in color. Its taste is very unique. It weighs about 5 kg–10 kg. Jackfruit outer skin is rough and green to yellowish-brown. Jackfruits have so many high nutritional values: they are high in fiber, support blood sugar regulation, and have antioxidant properties. Jackfruit timber is a very valuable tree in the market. Its fu...

 Gongala Mountain Gongala Mountain is located in the Sabaragamuwa Province of Sri Lanka. It is a popular destination for campers, hikers, and nature lovers, with the surrounding environment offering beautiful, attractive viewpoints. There are a variety of flora and fauna, and other endemic trees are visible around this environment. The name Gongala is derived from the fact that Gongala Mountain is shaped like a bull. Madulsima Area The Madulsima Area is located in the Uva province within the Badulla District. It’s known for its mountainous terrain and is a popular destination for camping and hiking. This area has two campaign sites. Those are Mini World's End and Cave of Madulsima. When you visit those places, you can experience a very lovely, comfortable camping experience. Kohobagala Mountain Kohobagala is situated in the Gampaha district near Mirigama town. It is a favorite mountain area for camping and hiking. It takes 03 hours to reach Colombo. Kohobagala is about 2,300 meters...

 Ceylon Tea Ceylon Tea is a very popular tea all over the world. It has a specific brand. Ceylon tea is considered a strong natural drink. Ceylon tea grows in special weather conditions. That weather condition and other natural environmental factors affect the quality of this tea. Especially this tea plant planting in the Uva, Kandy, Galle, and Nuwara Eliya areas. Also, Ceylon tea leaves picking, processing, packing, and every industrial step are maintained with good quality and standards according to government and international methods. Also regularly continue R&D for this tea sector. There are specific qualities you can see (physical tea leaf shape, color, and taste) in those tea plants. There are so many types of tea processing in the tea factory. (Ceylon Black Tea, Ceylon Green Tea, BOPF, Silver Tips). When you visit Sri Lanka, you should experience this tea picking and visit a tea factory. King Coconut The king coconut's local name is “Thambili.” It is a bright orange-col...

  Aasmi Aasmi is a traditional Sri Lankan sweet delicacy, often served during special occasions such as Sinhala and Tamil New Year, weddings, or special occasions. It is known for its crunchy texture and unique flavor, which comes from a blend of rice flour and coconut milk with cinnamon or cardamom. That sweet taste is very soft. Helapa Helapa is a beloved part of traditional Sri Lankan village cuisine. It is nutritious, natural, and often enjoyed as a healthy snack or breakfast item. The use of kurakkan makes it rich in fiber and iron, which is especially valued in rural diets. This helapa is made by mixing Kurrakan powder and treacle. It steamed with Kanda leaves. Which gives it a distinct flavor. Aluwa This is a traditional Sri Lankan dessert. Generally it is used during tea time. It is made with toasted rice flour, sugar syrup, ground cashew nuts, cardamom, and cashews. The mixture is spread into pans and is then sliced, usually into diamond-shaped pieces. Aluwa is a staple de...

  I experienced a magical train journey on this Kandy to Ella train ride. This is one of the most well-known travel destinations for both domestic and foreign travelers. Actually, this journey feels like a way to paradise. Because of the green, colorful natural environment, waterfalls, and misty mountains. The train chugs along narrow, winding tracks, climbing higher into the cloud-kissed mountains. The pace is gentle, allowing you to lean out of open doors and breathe in the cool, fresh air. Locals wave from villages tucked among the hills. The train crosses small bridges, snakes around tight bends, and dips into dark tunnels, adding a thrill of adventure. When included in a dark tunnel, your body feels very fresh. Sometimes you feel a different environmental zone between the tunnel starting point and the end point. Actually, this exclusive experience is only enjoyed on this Kandy-Ella train journey. This train journey from Kandy to Ella typically takes between 6 and 7 hours. Howe...

  Trincomalee is a port city located on the northeastern coast of Sri Lanka. It is known for its natural deep-water harbor, beautiful beaches, cultural heritage, and strategic importance. Trincomalee has a rich history dating back to ancient times, referenced in both Tamil and Sinhalese chronicles. Trincomalee is peaceful and is now reviving as a tourist and cultural hub. This area's coastal and marine biodiversity is rich, especially around coral reefs and lagoons. In this area, ecotourism is becoming a growing industry in the region. Trincomalee is the best travel destination situated on Ceylon Island. Koneswaram Temple Koneswaram Temple, also known as Thirukoneswaram, is a renowned Hindu temple located in Trincomalee on the northeastern coast of Sri Lanka. It is one of the most sacred and historically significant temples in the country, dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is a major pilgrimage site, especially during Maha Shivaratri, attracting devotees from across Sri Lanka and South I...

  Sri Lanka, known for its rich biodiversity, is a highly sensitive environment zone. Due to those reasons, Sri Lanka is home to several bird sanctuaries that are vital for the conservation of both resident and migratory birds. Sri Lanka is a birdwatcher’s paradise; there are over 390 recorded bird species, including around 30 endemic species. Sri Lanka's island situation globally helps with these recorded bird varieties.  Kalametiya Bird Sanctuary Kalamatiya is the oldest bird sanctuary in Sri Lanka. It was declared as a sanctuary in 1938. It is situated in the Hambantota district, Southern Province. It is 22km from Tangalle. It is considered a dry zone category bird sanctuary. It covers 2500 acres. The land is a rich wetland made up of salty lagoons and mangrove swamps, providing shelter for a vast array of both endemic and migratory bird species. The migratory species visit Kalametiya between November and March. There are 150 bird species that can be sighted in this bird sa...