Touring Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka maybe small in size but she is big in the wildlife she has to
offer. Packed into this tiny island is an abundance of natural wildlife
starting from the famous Asian Elephant to the elusive leopard. The
country has nine national parks and seven bird sanctuaries. In fact 43
of the endangered species listed by the World Conservation Union can be
found in Sri Lanka’s national parks. Sri Lanka is home to Minneriya
which is famous for having the largest gathering of wild elephants. The
country has recently also grown in fame as being a hotspot for whale and
dolphin watching. (see more:http://www.srilanka.travel/wild_safaris)
Sri Lanka also has a range of endemic species such as the Sri Lanka Leopard, the Sloth Bear and the Sri Lankan elephant. It is a privilege to see these animals in their natural habitat and you can have the unique experience of seeing the largest land and sea mammals in one holiday destination. Come visit Sri Lanka, the wonder of Asia.
According to ancient Buddhist scriptures, the concept of wildlife sanctuaries may well have its origins in Sri Lanka.
As long ago as 247BC, the King of Sri Lanka at the time, Devanampiya Tissa, created the world’s first wildlife haven in what is today known as the cultural triangle in the country’s north central province when he decreed, “all human beings should follow the hallowed Buddhist precept of not harming any form of life”.
Like all islands, Sri Lanka boasts numerous unique species. The 65,610 square-kilometre (25,322 square-mile) area houses an opulent wildlife gene pool, with its wildly diverse habitats, from cool misty mountains to rain forests, rolling oceans and expansive beaches, and even an arid zone for all the world like the plains of Africa.(see more: http://www.srilanka.travel/index.php?route=theame/main&theame=3&article=6)
As long ago as 247BC, the King of Sri Lanka at the time, Devanampiya Tissa, created the world’s first wildlife haven in what is today known as the cultural triangle in the country’s north central province when he decreed, “all human beings should follow the hallowed Buddhist precept of not harming any form of life”.
Like all islands, Sri Lanka boasts numerous unique species. The 65,610 square-kilometre (25,322 square-mile) area houses an opulent wildlife gene pool, with its wildly diverse habitats, from cool misty mountains to rain forests, rolling oceans and expansive beaches, and even an arid zone for all the world like the plains of Africa.(see more: http://www.srilanka.travel/index.php?route=theame/main&theame=3&article=6)
