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Rethinking Tourism in Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle
Every morning during peak season, thousands of visitors converge on Sigiriya Rock Fortress, creating bottlenecks on the narrow staircases, eroding ancient pathways, and transforming a UNESCO World Heritage site into a crowded queue. Nearby Pidurangala Rock, once promoted as the “peaceful alternative,” now faces similar pressures. This concentration of visitors at two sites threatens the […]
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Beyond the Crowds: Sri Lanka’s Hidden Tourism Gems
As Sri Lanka’s tourism industry rebounds, the pressure on iconic destinations like Yala, Sigiriya, and Minneriya continues to intensify. For tourism professionals, this presents both a challenge and an opportunity to embrace responsible travel practices while showcasing the island’s lesser-known treasures. The Case for Alternative Destinations Overcrowding at popular sites creates a domino effect: degraded […]
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