Stories from Sri Lanka
Insider guides, itinerary ideas, wildlife tips, and hidden gems — written by our local experts.
Sri Lanka's Incredible Eco-Friendly Underwater Museums
Explore Sri Lanka's three unique Navy-built underwater museums in Galle, Trincomalee, and Nilwella. Discover sunken warships, cannon replicas, and concrete sculptures acting as thriving coral regeneration habitats.
Read ArticleBest Snorkeling & Scuba Diving Places in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is a world-class destination for marine adventures, boasting vibrant coral gardens, historic shipwrecks, and thrilling encounters with sea turtles, manta rays, and blacktip reef sharks. Discover the top spots, best seasons, and expert rankings.
Read ArticleCopper Wreck
Dutch Shipwreck – Located at Great Basses in 18–20 m of water, this Dutch-period wooden wreck remains largely unidentified. A small steamship with a copper-plated hull, only its boiler, engine, propeller shaft, and keelson survive. The site faces ongoing threats from treasure hunters.
Read ArticleBottle Wreck
Bottle Wreck – A shallow wreck near the reef opposite the Silver Coin wreck, discovered by Peter Throckmorton and Arthur C. Clarke. Believed to have carried pointed-bottom soda bottles from Clarke & Company. Now heavily deteriorated, with only a few bottles and two large anchors remaining.
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