Sri Lanka is one of those envy-inspiring destinations – windswept beaches, ancient Buddhist temples and dense rainforests are just another day at the office for this tropical island.
What’s more, Sri Lanka is like one giant playground for elephants, so safaris here pretty much guarantee a face-to-face with these long-nosed beauties. So it’s time to get your phone out – as if was ever in your pocket in the first place – because the Insta potential here is off the charts. Just see for yourself.
- You know, just your classic bout of sightseeing in Sri Lanka.
2. Hikes up to the ancient former rock palace and UNESCO World Heritage Site Sigiriya are worth it.
3. We’re genuinely not sure what more you could want than palms and golden sands.
4. No big deal, just a casual hike to a tiny rock perched precariously above vertigo-worthy valleys.
5. So much chill, we can’t even.
6. How is this even real?
7. We would much rather this were our commute to work everyday.
8. With Sri Lanka’s jagged skylines, the Instagram sunset game just got a whole lot realer.
9. Up close and personal with our new best friend.
10. UNESCO World Heritage Sites like the Sacred City of Kandy – Sri Lanka’s paved with them.
11. Your average meet-and-greet on Unawatuna Beach.
12. We’re not sure if the dining scenery is also on the menu, but if it is, we’ll take five plates of gorgeous views, please.
13. Your entire holiday to this incredibly island could basically just consist of staring listlessly over a balcony.
14. All of your meals in Sri Lanka could consist of just fresh fruit.
15. It’s going to take thousands and thousands of Instagram pics to capture Sri Lanka’s thousands and thousands of years of history.
16. The natural beauty here can only be rivalled by the bevy of mega-luxury resorts.
17. A swath of beach, a straw poking out of a coconut – all we’ve ever wanted in life is summarised effortlessly in this single pic.
18. #Squadgoals
19. When Sri Lankans say the fish is fresh, they mean it.
20. We are of the firm belief that there can never be too many sunset pictures of Sri Lanka.
21. Even the big cities are speckled with beautiful little details like this waterside Buddha.
22. Not a bad place to do some yoga, if we do say so ourselves.
23. We seriously can’t get over how seriously amazing Sigiriya is.
24. Make no mistake, Sri Lankan beaches aren’t just for lounging. They’re for diving, surfing, boating – you name it.
25. Casual views from the hotel balcony.
26. The more mischievous of Sri Lanka’s residents.
27. Behold, the royal palace of the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka’s second capital city after the destruction of Anuradhapura.
28. Decked in bright colours, even the boats in Sri Lanka ooze character.
29. We’re hoping that’s a yawn and not a really ominous roar.
30. Our wanderlust is at an all-time high.
31. Flurries and flurries of curries, even for breakfast.
32. Tuk tuks in Sri Lanka will do all the hiking for you, no sweat-breaking required.
33. There’s so much Zen to be found in Sri Lanka, especially by the beach.
34. Even the views from the bath are worthy of an Instagram shot.
35. If you’re looking for a colourful meal, look no further.
36. This candy cane-striped mosque in Colombo is a feast for the eyes.
37. Sri Lanka is famous for its heap of turtle hatcheries, and if your heart isn’t melting at this video, we’re pretty sure you don’t have one.
38. We can get onboard with bridges like this. Pun absolutely intended.
39. This is basically the ultimate farmer’s market.
40. Views through the 15th-century Jaffna Fort, constructed under Portuguese rule.
41. Sri Lanka is ready to supply your morning cuppa.
42. Pics with the locals, nothing to see here.
43. Take five minutes to enjoy the view.
44. Is there software yet that will allow us to actually become the drone that took this pic?
45. More, please.
46. Tuk Tuks are the way to go!
47. A regular cuppa just won’t do.
48. Sigiriya is the ultimate chill out spot.
49. Sugar bun, anyone?
50. And this last one, well – it just kind of speaks for itself.
We rest our case. If you’ve not been lured in by Sri Lanka’s charms, you should probably check your pulse. Let us know what part of the landscape you’re most excited to see in the comments below.
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