Dhaka to Sri Lanka

Glinting with distinct ancient world charm, Dhaka is the capital of Bangladesh. Located on the banks of Buriganga River, the city of Dhaka is characterized by the bewitching beauty of nature. You can see dense tropical forests, sprawling mountain ranges, verdant tea gardens and blue green lakes. Entire Dhaka is splattered with hundreds of rivers, gleaming meadows and lush vegetation. Dhaka is a land of ancient relics; one may find beauteous remains of Buddhist civilizations. The city excels in trade of textiles and jute, and carries the tag of being one of the leading exporters of handicrafts. Among many other transportation facilities like air planes, buses, trains, cars, cycle rickshaws and taxis, boats or ferries are most enjoyable and important and preferred option. Ferries leave from and arrive at the port in Sadarghat of Old Dhaka. Then there are Rocket Steamers that depart to Barisal and Khulna many times a week. Another major river station is Chandpur, which is just 3-4 hours from Dhaka. In the section of architectural wonders, there are magnificent mosques like Baitul Mukarram Nationbal Mosque and Star Mosque, both of them were constructed during 18th century. Other structures are Dhakeshwari Temple and Ramkrishna Mission, these are Hindu temples. Then there are churches like Armenian Church (1781 AD), St Mary's Cathedral (located at Ramna), and Church of Bangladesh (1677 AD). The city of Dhaka is full of mind blowing museums built with massive domes like Bangabandhu Memorial Museum, Mukti Juddha Museum and Ahsan Manzil Museum. Restaurants in this city are ever ready to offer delicious food and drink experience to the visitors. If you yearn now to make a visit to Dhaka, log onto the India's leading travel portal, MakeMyTrip.com. MakeMyTrip organizes the trips of tourist like no other travel agency could ever do. You get here cheap flight tickets, affordable car rentals, budget hotels and affordable tour package.

‘Pearl of the Indian Ocean’ or Sri Lanka, a magnificent sun-kissed island nation offers timeless ruins, religious relics, palm fringed white sand beaches, colorful reefs, balmy rainforests, misty mountain towns and local legends. The friendliest locals plus delicious food allures you into an exhilarating adventure. Hikkaduwa and Unawatuna are awesome diving-surfing and snorkeling hubs, with amazing nightlife. Mirissa and Hiriketiya are among the top beaches and also a backpacker’s hub, famous for yoga and chill life. For laidback surfers, Weligama is the hub. For wildlife enthusiasts, you can spot leopards and elephants in Yala National Park and elephants in the picturesque Udawalawe National Park. Ella is Sri Lanka’s hill country starting point and home to awesome hiking trails and waterfalls. You can wander through a tea plantation or hike for the 360 degree view at Ella Rock or capture that perfect sunset at Adam’s Peak. For outdoor fanatics, the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites include the historical and beautiful Galle Fort, Sigiriya Rock, the famous ancient rock fortress surrounded by jungle, ancient city of Polonnaruwa and Kandy, home to the temple of the Tooth and many other cultural sights. Explore Dambulla Cave temples and northern capital and surrounds of Jaffna. Sri Lankan food is flavorsome and influenced by both its proximity to India, its colonial past, and its access to lush, fertile farming lands and oceans. Relax your body and mind in one of the many yoga retreats. Sri Lanka is spectacular, affordable and often uncrowded. You can book your flights with MakeMyTrip India.