SriLankan airlines has launched the ‘Ramayana Trail’ travel package to lure tourists from India. The package includes a tour through the various spots believed to have significance in the Ramayana epic. Around 20 such spots in Sri Lanka including Ramasethu, Seetha Amman Kovil, Ravana Cave, Sigiriya, Ramboda waterfalls have been included in this package. The airlines have launched four types of packages that lasts up to 5 – 7 days. The five-day long package charges 699 dollars per head (around Rs 59,000) and you can get more details at the website - ramayanabysrilankan.com . Indians comprise around 20 per cent of the total tourists who visited Sri Lanka this year. Here are a few of the other popular Sri Lankan spots, connected to Ramayana:

1. Ashok Vatika or the Hakgala Botanical Garden
Located in the Nuwara Eliya city, which is a picturesque hill region in central Sri Lanka, this garden is believed to be where Ravana kept Sita after abducting her. It is associated with Sita’s prayers and Hanuman’s visit to meet her. Nuwara Eliya is about 160 km from Colombo’s Bandaranaike International Airport and can be reached in approximately 5-6 hours by car.

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2. Sita Amman Temple
Situated in Sita Eliya, a small village in Nuwara Eliya District, this temple is dedicated to Goddess Sita and marks the spot where she prayed during her captivity. Footprints nearby are said to belong to Lord Hanuman, making it a revered pilgrimage spot. Sita Eliya is located roughly 6 km from Nuwara Eliya town and about 165 km (5-6 hours) from Bandaranaike International Airport.
3. Ravana Ella Falls and Cave
Ravana Ella is located in Ella, a small mountain town in the Uva Province of Sri Lanka, known for its scenic beauty and hiking trails. These falls and caves are linked to Ravana’s efforts to hide Sita. Ella is about 200 km (6-7 hours) from Bandaranaike International Airport and is a hub for nature lovers and Ramayana enthusiasts alike.

4. Divurumpola
Divurumpola, near Welimada in Nuwara Eliya District, is where Sita is believed to have undergone the fire ordeal (Agni Pariksha) to prove her purity. The location holds deep spiritual significance for Hindus. It is approximately 180 km (5-6 hours) from Bandaranaike International Airport, making it accessible for pilgrims visiting the central highlands.
5. Manavari Temple
Manavari Temple is located near Chilaw, a coastal town in the North Western Province of Sri Lanka, about 80 km (2 hours) from Bandaranaike International Airport. This is where Lord Ram is said to have installed a Shiva Lingam to absolve himself of the sin of killing Ravana. Chilaw is also a fishing hub and offers a unique cultural experience for visitors.

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