In the Aftermath. A Traveller’s Reminisce. Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka has always been more than a destination to me. It has been a refuge, a companion, and the backdrop to some of my most cherished memories. For years, Mihipedia, together with many of you, has celebrated the magic of this island: hidden waterfalls, emerald highlands, sleepy coastal towns, and forest trails that feel…

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…