Paramaribo to Sri Lanka

Located on the banks of the Suriname River, Paramaribo is the capital and largest city of Suriname. The city is situated nearly 15 km inland from the Atlantic Ocean, in the Paramaribo district. Not a dry season, but the city experiences overall a tropical rainforest climate. The land of Paramaribo has its inhabitants bearing origins from Africa, East India, indigenous, Java, China and Dutch. Hence the culture and music also has elements relating to all of them. Multi-ethnicity prevails as a result hence. The land of Paramaribo owns precious structures from the ancient or historic era. Roman Catholic Kathedraal is one of the largest wooden structures in the world. Skilfully constructed with subtly wooden interior, and ornately carved spires, Dutch Israeli Synagogue is the biggest mosque in the Caribbean, which provides you a peek window to know about the city's historic Catholicism. Then there are two gigantic museums- Numismatic Museum and Stichting Surinaams Museum. First one is dates back to Dutch colony and is situated on Paramaribo street. Second one is a pentagonal 17th century fort cocooned inside Fort Zeelandia. Fort Zeelandia is a tapering fortress, built buy French and fixed at its place for the last 300 years. If you want to see what goes in the ceremonial field, visit the Maroon market, and you will know the religious practices of the locals. As diverse is the city's culture, the same is in its entertainment ways. Decked with techno downstairs and salsa upstairs, Club Touche is a favorite place for tourists. Starzz Disco offers you one of the hottest dance venues. People hit the dance floors here specially at weekends. Also witness the exciting strip here. Cafe-Bar 't Vat is an outdoor bar cum cafe facilitated with live music. Paramaribo owns variety of restaurants which offer distinct cuisines, and varied drinks. The categories are like- Indian, Indonesian, Market, Breakfast, Cafe, Chinese, Creole and Dumpling. Sarinah, Chi Min, Joose Rotichop, De Waag Restaurant, Mix Food and Zeeland Coffee Beanery. Before leaving the land, make sure to ride on shopping spree to Steenbakkerijstraat, Domineestraat and Vaco Press. Paramaribo is a land which has got anything for everyone, no one will be left unsatisfied. So, quickly log onto MakeMyTrip.com and book online your ticket to Paramaribo. You will book here cheap online flight tickets, within your budget hotels, your preferred destinations and your own style of traveling.

‘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.