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This enigmatic stone pool is all that remains of an ancient palace.

This sacred fig tree with a link to the Buddha is one of the oldest human-planted trees in the world.

This rural Sri Lankan village hides a cluster of small, enigmatic stupas.

This Sri Lankan cemetery is the final resting place of sci-fi legend Sir Arthur C. Clarke.

This peaceful, round shrine in the middle of the Sri Lankan jungle acts as a beacon of peace.

This ancient cave temple complex is the largest and best-preserved temple complex in Sri Lanka.

This palatial, 99-doored Colonial mansion is a marvel of architectural fusion.

An ancient temple to the Hindu god Shiva surrounded by jaw-dropping scenery.

To gaze upon the visage of Sri Lanka's biggest Buddha, one must first pass through the Tunnel of Hell.

This elaborate temple was built around one of the Buddha's teeth.

According to Hindu belief, this shallow island chain was created by a god with an army of monkeys.

Seven beautiful 1,000-year-old rock-cut Buddhist statues.

The remains of a 37,000-year-old prehistoric society were discovered in this mammoth cave, one of the largest in Asia.

Pettah's beautiful floating market was once a stinky canal in a sketchy industrial area.

One of the few places where inexperienced snorkelers can spot a shark.

Known as the most scenic route in Sri Lanka, this train line is steeped in history and offers an unparalleled view of the country.

Once thought to be the Garden of Eden it holds a holy footprint claimed to belong to Adam, Buddha and Shiva.

This mesmerizing architectural wonder will take your breath away with its unusual color patterns.

Huge herds of Asian elephants can be seen walking, bathing, and just chilling at this Sri Lankan park.

An ancient stone fortress considered by many to be the eighth wonder of the world.

The growing stones of Romania.

The world's most remote airport.

This large round boulder is said to emit spiritual power, but it may just be magnets.

The ominously named cave is home to some remarkable ancient art.