Beauty preserved from ancient days is found on the shores of this much loved island. Where birds call out from skies above and mysteries wait to be found and loved, the paradise island undoubtedly it is. Sri Lanka, with the beauty of its ocean, the beauty of its people is indeed a treasure trove to the ardent lovers of exquisite holiday experiences.

The paradise island was captured centuries ago by the Portuguese, Dutch and the English. The beautiful Sri Lanka still bears traces of the long forgotten aliens that loved the island too. In Negombo such traces exist, and can be witnessed on a boat tour on a canal. The Dutch canals take you to the heart of Sri Lanka, where the pulse of its culture, people and traditions are felt on the unending currents of the canal. If experiencing Sri Lanka in her truest form, void of gaieties and drama interests you, then this boat ride has to be taken by you.

On these rides you will see the everyday people of this country fringing your way, as their off spring call out to you in a language universal through their unpretentious smiles. Local fishermen attending to their nets, the ultimate weapon for their lives, you will also see.

The beauty of the land expressed in the creatures of the skies is also a sight not to be missed. Many species of birds will be spotted on these rides, and assuredly you will not regret the journey. Monitor lizards of interesting physique are also beings of abundant existence here as also are fruit bats.

The ride which is inexpensive and short, that takes approximately 2 hours, will give you the true flavor of Sri Lanka, as will a beach hotel Negombo has, such as the Club Hotel Dolphin, where comforts and luxury are served up with the hospitality and the genuine warmth of the Sri Lankans. A holiday here will not be complete without a little bit of the sea and the sun, complemented by the shades of glory of her traditions and people, enriched by the history of a thousand years. Stay at a hotel in Negombo to experience all of the above, to make your holiday a perfect one.

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry. Google+