Riverston Revisited. Illukkumbura Sri Lanka

Third time’s the charm. That’s what I kept reminding myself as we wound our way up to Riverston in Illukkumbura, the road curling through valleys that, for once, seemed in no rush to slip behind clouds. Two nights and three days here lay ahead, and I had unfinished business — to climb Manigala at last…

Where Shadows Tell Time. Manigala Sri Lanka

Nestled near Pitawala Gama, along the road to Illukkumbura, lies Manigala, a popular hill station located within the Knuckles Range. The journey to this haven of natural splendor begins from Riverston, winding its way from the Knuckles Conservation Center through mountains, plains, and parks, offering a glimpse into the biodiversity-rich ecosystem of the Dumbara or…

Mountain Views and Hidden Waterfalls. Gammaduwa Sri Lanka

Gammaduwa is a village located about 1h20m from the Matale town in the central province of Sri Lanka. The temperature today is a cool 24c probably because of the elevation of 930m above sea level. Off the beaten track that even Google Maps could not quite navigate, we finally reach our destination, the Kudaoya Villa. Originally…