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Sigiriya is a must-visit attraction in Sri Lanka
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Things to do in and around Sigiriya: Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on October 24, 2025July 26, 2026

With more than 3000 years of ancient civilization and Buddhist influences, there exist a large number of cultural and religious sites in Sri Lanka. The most famous of them are in the central heartland of the country, popularly known as the Cultural Triangle of Sri Lanka.

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Beautiful places to visit in Sri Lanka: Pearl of the Indian Ocean

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on September 19, 2025June 19, 2026

For a small country, Sri Lanka offers a very diverse set of experiences. Visit this compact country for varied wildlife, fine sandy beaches, lush tea plantations, Buddhist monuments and colonial towns. So many beautiful places to visit in Sri Lanka.

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Istanbul landmarks were the highlight of our Turkey itinerary for 10 days.
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The Classic 10-Day Turkey Itinerary: Istanbul, Cappadocia & Ephesus

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on January 17, 2025May 5, 2026

As first-time travelers to Turkey, we visited interesting places in what is termed as the ‘Cultural Triangle’ – Istanbul, Cappadocia and Ephesus.

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Sri Lanka Itinerary in 10 days: Visit the highlights for a family holiday

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on November 1, 2024July 12, 2026

This is a classic Sri Lanka itinerary that gives you a mix of top attractions, cultural sites and ancient ruins, wildlife safaris and beach, suited for family travel.

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Hi! I am Shweta, the zest of this blog :-).

I have always been passionate about travel and immersing in new experiences. Having been to over 45 countries, the idea behind this blog is to bring family-friendly itineraries and tips, destinations, and luxury stays to the readers. My belief is that family travel needn’t be boring and one can do a mix of local culture & food, adventure activities and relaxation, all with family.

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