#### Wildlife Diversity in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is home to thousands of species of animals and plants. It also has the highest species density for flowering plants, amphibians, reptiles, and mammals within the Asian region. Leopard, elephant, sloth bear, blue whale, and sperm whale are known as Sri Lanka's great wildlife attractions. Though Sri Lanka has a great wildlife diversity, it has been significantly threatened by human activity and the impact of climate change. 
By visiting Sri Lanka people can see the animals which are endangered. And also can see the largest land mammal- the elephant in the world. Elephants are one of the most iconic and culturally significant species of wildlife as well. Visitors can also see the leopards which are another flagship species for biodiversity in Sri Lanka. Yala, Udawalawe, Wilpattu, Horton Plains, and Sinharaja rainforest reserves are some of Sri Lanka's national parks that are home to all manner of amazing creatures. Among them, Yala is the most famous national park in Sri Lanka and it is home to 215 bird species and 44 mammal species. 
Sri Lanka is an amazing place for those who love birds as well. By visiting Kumana and Bundala national parks visitors can see almost every species of eye-catching bird recorded in Sri Lanka.

#### Yala National Park
Yala National Park, which is also known as Ruhuna National Park, is located in the Hambantota district in Southern Province and Monaragala district in Uva Province. This is one of the must-visit national parks in Sri Lanka as it is the second largest national park in the country. There is about a 4-hour long journey from Colombo to Yala and the nearest city to this park is Kataragama. The best time of the year to visit this park is from February to June because of the dry season. During that time visitors easily can spot the animals coming out of the lagoons to drink water. The rainiest time of the year that Yala gets is from September to December. So, in the month of September, this park closes for maintenance.
This park divides into 05 blocks and the first block is the most popular one. The reason is most of the visitors select this block for safaris. So, the animals are not very scared of vehicles in the park. And also, in this block visitors can see leopards roaming freely. In this park, people can find the Sri Lankan leopard called 'Panthera Pardus Kotiya' as well. And this park consists of 300-350 elephant tuskers. Visitors can see elephants roaming or bathing in the waterholes at the park and it is one of the most beautiful experiences. There is a large number of reptile species in the park as well. Some of them are saltwater crocodiles and mugger crocodiles. And also people can see water birds and migrant birds too. 
There are wildlife bungalows operated by this park, so the people who visit there can get an unforgettable experience by spending a night in the park with the amazing wildlife.

#### Udawalawe National Park
Udawalawe National Park lies on the boundary of Sabaragamuwa and Uva Provinces of Sri Lanka and this park is near Embilipitiya. This is a popular tourist destination and the best months of the year to visit this park are January and February because of the good weather. May, October, and November are the rainiest months of the year. This park has an annual rainfall of 1500 millimeters. The best times of the day to visit this park is in the mornings and evenings. Because in the morning you can see the sunrise and, in the evening, you can catch the beautiful sunsets as well. You can enjoy the beauty and catch lovely views of nature too. 
By visiting this park, people can see herds of elephants, wild boars, spotted deer, Sambur deers, mongooses, and leopards and many kinds of animals. From this park, you can find the birds which are endemic species. Some of them are Sri Lankan green pigeon, Sri Lankan jungle fowl, and Sri Lankan hornbill. 
This park is a magnificent place and it is Sri Lanka's third most visited park in the country. And this place is an amazing home to the wildlife who are a beautiful gift of mother nature.

#### Wilpattu National Park
Wilpattu is the largest and the oldest wildlife sanctuary in Sri Lanka. This is located 25 km north of Puttalam and this park is situated in the dry zone. There are two park gates for this park called 'Hunwilgam entrance' and 'Elawankulama entrance.'
There is a complex of over 50 wetlands called 'Villu' which are shallow natural lakes filled with rainwater. The best months to visit this park are February and October. 
The villus that are natural lakes, dense forests, coastal belts, and open grasslands provide homes to the wildlife in Wilpattu. There are 31 mammals in this park. Some of them are Water Buffalo, Mugger Crocodiles, Sambur, and Barking Deers. There are various butterflies roaming in the park and it is a very beautiful scenario as well. 
To explore this park, you can go on jeep safaris. During the safari, you can see leopards, elephants, endemic birds, and many more. There are people who guide wildlife safaris so anyone who visits this park can get a great experience and can get knowledge about that wildlife.

#### Horton Plains National Park
Horton Plains is one of the major tourist attractions in Sri Lanka. It is located in the Southern plateau of the Central islands in the country. This park is situated 08 km away from Ohiya. This place records over 5000 mm of rainfall annually and 55 F of temperature annually. 
By visiting Horton Plains people can get the chance to see two amazing places as well. One is World's End which is situated in the Southern boundary of the park and the other one is beautiful Baker's fall. 
In this park, you can see a greeny environment with grasslands and woody plants. You can experience a misty weather in the park during the wet season. And you can explore the herd of Sri Lankan Sambur roaming in the park. There is a special area for birds in the park too. Horton Plains is one of the important parks because it catches almost all major rivers including Mahaweli, Kelani, and Walawe. This park is full of beautiful scenarios and you can have a bundle of experiences and memories by visiting there.

#### Sinharaja Rain Forest
Sinharaja Rain Forest is located in the Southern West lowland wet zone within Sabaragamuwa and Southern provinces in Sri Lanka. If you are coming to the forest from Northern or Western parts of the country you can reach the forest via Ratnapura, Kalawana, and Kiriella. And if you are planning to enter the forest from the South you can enter from Deniya. As this forest provides a home to over 50% of Sri Lanka's endemic species of mammals and butterflies and many kinds of reptiles, insects, and rare amphibians, UNESCO declared this a UNESCO World Heritage in 1988 under the name of ' Sinharaja Forest Reserve. 
This forest has a hot and sweaty climate over the year and there are beautiful waterfalls and some of them are Malmora falls, Duwili falls, and Kekuna falls. In this forest, you still can see two male elephants roaming together with other wild animals as well. This is also a must place to visit and explore the beauty of nature if you are truly a nature lover.

#### Kumana National Park
Kumana is one of the best national parks for bird watchers and this is situated in the Southeast corner of Sri Lanka. The annual temperature of the park is 27 degrees and this park gets an annual rainfall of 1300 mm. The entrance to Kumana national park is from Panama. 
As Sri Lanka records more than 430 bird species you can find over 200 bird species in this park. So, this park can be considered Sri Lanka's most popular and important national park for bird life. The best time to go on safaris and explore the beauty is from Mid-January to April because of the favorable weather condition and sightings. This park is open for visitors from 6 am to 6 pm and you can only explore this park by jeep safaris.

Wildlife Diversity in Sri Lanka

There are the top 08 luxury hotels in Sri Lanka. Most of the tourists visit those hotels in Sri Lanka. Among them, the most prominent ones are mentioned below.
1)	Shangri-La Colombo
2)	Galle Face Hotel Colombo
3)	Heritance Kandalama Hotel
4)	Amari Galle Sri Lanka
5)	Jetwing Yala
6)	RIU Sri Lanka
7)	Uga Chena Huts
8)	Cinnamon Bentota Beach 


#### Shangri-La Colombo
Shangri-La is a world-class luxury hotel located in the heart of the business and entertainment district in Sri Lanka. Offering attractive views of the Indian Ocean and Beira Lake, it provides 541 luxurious rooms and suites, alongside 41 service apartments. The hotel boasts 4 restaurants and bars:
1. Capital Bar & Grill - for a wide range of whiskey collections with seafood grills.
2. Kaema Sutra - offering Sri Lankan cuisine.
3. Sapphyr Lounge - a fun time space for friends and family.
4. Pool Bar - perfect for light refreshments with views of the Indian Ocean.
Shangri-La also features "One Galle Face Mall", the largest shopping mall in Sri Lanka, offering a world-class shopping and dining experience. Additionally, the hotel has a spa, "Chi Spa", with 10 private rooms offering traditional Sri Lankan and Asian treatments, a gym, and facilities for the business community including private offices, meeting rooms, work pods, and individual workstations.

#### Galle Face Hotel Colombo
Galle Face Hotel, situated in the heart of Colombo, provides views of the Indian Ocean, Galle Face Green, and Colombo city. This historic hotel features three restaurants, three bars, and a pub:
1. Verandah - a buffet restaurant offering Ceylonese cuisine and a selection of wines and beers.
2. King of the Mambo - a venue for drinks, dining, and dance.
3. The 1864 - for an exquisite dining experience.
4. Traveller's Bar - for enjoying cocktails with views of the Indian Ocean.
5. The Pool Bar - offers drinks by the only saltwater pool in Colombo.
6. Chequerboard - serves drinks all day with beautiful sunset views.
7. In on the Green - an English Pub providing a space for dining, drinking, and enjoying live music.

#### Heritance Kandalama Hotel
Situated in Dambulla, Heritance Kandalama is an eco-chic hotel located in a jungle on a mountainside, featuring three swimming pools:
1. Kachchan Pool - an infinity pool resembling a lake.
2. Kaludiya Pool - a natural pool with a dark bedrock bottom.
3. Rashmi Pool - the largest pool, perfect for evening swims.
The hotel offers several dining options, including Kanchana Restaurant for international cuisine and Kanchana Lounge for light bites and drinks. It is connected to nature and offers an eco-friendly stay near the Golden Temple of Dambulla.

#### Amari Galle Sri Lanka
Amari Galle is a beautiful private paradise near Galle fort and other attractions, offering ocean-facing rooms with private balconies for sunset views. The hotel has various room types, including Ocean view rooms, non-smoking rooms, suites, and family rooms, equipped with modern amenities. Facilities include secured parking, an outdoor pool, fitness area, poolside bar, kids club, rooftop bar, taxi service, currency exchange, and a spa.

#### Jetwing Yala
Located near Yala National Park, Jetwing Yala offers luxurious accommodations with 80 rooms, including superior and deluxe rooms equipped with a well-stocked minibar, free Wi-Fi, and a plush bathroom. The hotel features a gym, spa, swimming pool, and parking facilities, making it an ideal choice for experiencing the luxurious wilds of Sri Lanka's deep South.

#### RIU Sri Lanka
Situated in Ahungalla, RIU Sri Lanka is perfect for gatherings, offering 500 rooms with amenities like a minibar, balcony or terrace, satellite TV, air conditioning, and free Wi-Fi. The hotel features a spa, gym, beauty salon, kids club, live shows, four bars, and five restaurants, providing a comprehensive range of facilities for a fun and relaxing stay.

#### Uga Chena Huts by Uga Escapes
Uga Chena Huts, located near Yala National Park, offers luxurious accommodations with 14 guest cabins featuring cozy bedrooms, spacious living areas, free-standing bathtubs, and private plunge pools. The hotel provides exclusive spa retreats, a 200m swimming pool, and a poolside bar, ensuring an unforgettable stay connected with nature.

#### Cinnamon Bentota Beach
Cinnamon Bentota Beach, located close to Bentota Beach, offers accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool, and a bar. The hotel is ideal for sightseeing, recreation, dining, and offers rooms equipped with modern amenities for a comfortable stay. Facilities include water sports, cycling, bike tours, four international restaurants/bars, two outdoor pools, a children's playground, billiards, and table tennis.



Luxury Hotels in Sri Lanka

#### Sri Lanka's Gemstone Heritage
Sri Lanka, known as "Ratna- Dweepa" or gem island, is rich in gemstones, boasting a variety that includes blue sapphire, pink sapphire or ruby, and yellow sapphire among others. Ratnapura, the 'City of Gems', lies at the foot of Adam's Peak and close to Sinharaja Rain Forest, housing a gem museum with a breathtaking display of precious and semi-precious gemstones. The world's largest natural corundum blue sapphire, "Queen of Asia," and other world-famous gemstones such as Giant of the Orient and Logan blue sapphire have been found in Ratnapura, enhancing Sri Lanka's reputation as a premier gemstone destination.

#### Blue Sapphire
Sri Lanka is renowned for its quality blue sapphires, claiming the top three largest blue sapphires globally. The "Star of the Adam," the largest certified blue sapphire, weighed 1395 carats and was valued at over $100M, highlighting the significance and value of Sri Lankan blue sapphires. The color of blue sapphires, which can vary due to titanium and iron taint, is especially vibrant in Sri Lankan sapphires due to their low iron content, making them more valuable. Blue sapphires from Sri Lanka are categorized into various shades, including pastel, cornflower, peacock, velvet, royal, indigo, and twilight, each offering a unique allure.

#### Pink Sapphire
Pink Sapphire, a rare and stunning gemstone, is highly sought after by visitors to Sri Lanka. Available in shades ranging from light pink to purplish and orangey pink, pink sapphires symbolize femininity, love, and compassion. The gemstone's value is determined by its size, color, carats, and cut. Sri Lanka is a preferred destination for purchasing pink sapphires, locally known as 'Padparadscha', meaning 'color of the lotus', due to their exquisite color and reflection.

#### Yellow Sapphire
Known as Pukhraj in Sri Lanka, Yellow Sapphire represents divine grace and power and is believed to provide mental health, courage, and happiness. The gemstone's price varies with its carat weight, cut quality, and color richness, averaging $420 per carat. Yellow Sapphire ranges in color from pale to golden yellow and is significant in Vedic astrology. It belongs to the corundum family, sharing its lineage with ruby and blue sapphire, and is valued for its clarity and color consistency.

#### Ruby
Ruby, mined in Sri Lanka and known as 'Ratna Raja' or the king of gems, is deep red in color and associated with love, passion, energy, wealth, and prosperity. The value of a ruby is influenced by its vivid red color, clarity, transparency, cut, and size. Pigeon Blood rubies, known for their exceptional quality, are among the most expensive. Considered the most valuable gemstone variety in the Corundum mineral species, fine rubies are a testament to their durability and the rich gemstone heritage of Sri Lanka.

Gems in Sri Lanka

Camping is an adventurous, outdoor activity that gives you the opportunity to reconnect with nature. Camping helps you to reduce stress, make better relationships and improve your memory. Sri Lanka is also a county that has numerous camping sites. Some of them are,
1)Knuckles Mountain Range 
2)Ella Rock 
3)Kithulgala 
4)Lakegala Mountain Range
5)Veddha village

#### Knuckles Mountain Range

Knuckles is an amazing mountain that lies in Central Sri Lanka, in the districts of Kandy and Matale. Streams and cascading waterfalls the make knuckles mountain range more beautiful.
The weather of Knuckles Mountain range is unpredictable and transforms within a few minutes. Andthis paradise has a thick misty environment. 
June to September are the best months to go on a hike to a Knuckles Mountain range as that time period has the lowest possible to get rain. The average temperature of Knuckles Mountain range between 5.5 degrees and 35 degrees Celsius. And it has an average rainfall of 3000-5000 ml. 
Knuckles mountain range has great wildlife diversity. Spotted deer, giant squirrel, mongoose, and barking deer are some of the animals that can be found in Knuckles. 

This mountain range is covered with montane forests, sub-montane forests, dry evergreen forests,Savana etc. And knuckles mountain range has 34 peaks ranging in height between 1900 meters to 900 meters.


#### Ella Rock

Ella rock is a major attraction for both domestic and international travelers. It is situated in the Badulla district of Uva Province. This is a beautiful hiking and camping spot in Sri Lanka. Ella rock is 1041 meters above sea level and a peaceful place. 
It has a misty environment. The hike to Ella rock takes between 3-5 hours. The view from the top of the Ella rock is marvelous. If you can plan a camping trip to Ella rock when you visit Ella, it will be a memorable one. 
Camping gives you exercise your body and boosts Vitamin D in your body as you can absorb more Vitamin D being outside.
Do not forget to take your camping tent, good quality hiking shoes, a good camera to capture stunning photographs, food for a night, and water to your camping trip to Ella rock. And there are leaches. So, wearing socks and tight leggings is good. 
Ella rock has rich biodiversity and various kinds of flora. It is one of the places that can be called as a paradise in Sri Lanka.

#### Kithulgala

Kithulgala is a place for nature lovers in Sri Lanka. It is a popular attraction for camping, whitewater rafting, canoeing, and freshwater bathing. It is located in an isolated part of the Kelani River.

You can go adventure camping trip to Kithulgala with your loved ones and spend days having fun. By visiting Kithulgala you not only can do more ware rafting, trekking and nature trails but also can hear the chirping of the birds and the sound of the water flowing from the waterfalls. 

Kithulgala is the wettest zone in Sri Lanka and offers you a unique riverfront camping experience. The best time of the year to visit Kithulgala is from January to April. There are several companies around Kithulgala ready to provide you with comfortable camping accommodation.

#### Lake gala Mountain

Lake gala mountain is a beautiful mountain located near the border between Kandy and Matale districts. It is one of the climbable mountains in Sri Lanka and a perfect spot for camping. The safest access road to get to lakegala mountain is from Meemure Village. 
Lakegala mountain is surrounded by paddy fields, waterfalls, the village Meemure and with forestry treks. Therefore, you can have a nice experience in your camping adventure on this mountain.
The Lakegala mountain consists of Narangamuwa Lakegala and Meemure Lakegala. You need hiking skills to climb Meemure Lakegala as it is a dangerous journey. Narangamuwa Lakegala is situated within the Knuckles Mountain range and you should use ropes to climb the mountain.
Lakegala mountain has a historic value too. Ancients believe that Lord Buddha left his footprint on this mountain during his 3 rd visit to Sri Lanka.
And some believe that King Ravana lifted the Dandu Monara in Lakegala mountain.
When you plan a camping trip to Lakegala mountain do not forget to have a guide from the village. And it is not good to visit Lakegala during the rainy season. August and September are the best months to plan a camping adventure to Lakegala mountain. This exciting journey helps you to have better relationships and build unity among each other.

#### Veddha Village

Veddha village which is also known as Dabana is located within Badulla district, Sri Lanka. It is the place where indigenous people of Sri Lanka live. It is known as one of the best camping sites in Sri Lanka. By visiting there you can learn about their culture and heritage, learn about their tradition, chit chat with the people in Veddha village and can take photographs with them too.
You can enjoy the beauty of Dabana during your camping trip to Veddha village and also can experience the pleasing environment of the Riverstone area in Matale. 
You can dance with the people in Veddha village, can listen to their songs of them including lullabies and animal songs, and can get a chance to see the villagers dancing around the crackling fire. You can have BBQ nights and enjoy them too. And can go morning walk with Veddhas to see caves. 
The camping adventure to Dabana, the Veddha village will surely be an amazing and different experience for you.

Camping sites in Sri Lanka

A casino is a public hall for music, dancing, and gaming. The term casino may mean a small country villa, summer house or social club. The purpose of a casino is to give entertainment to the player. Casinos are often built combining with hotels, restaurants, retail shopping, and cruise ships. 
China is the most popular country for casinos. They are a safe place to play and enjoy. Casinos are legal in countries like Japan, Spain, France, Australia, China, and Thailand. In a casino, you can enjoy delicious five-star cuisine, enjoy the shows of local and international celebrities, visit an exhibit, go to a bar, visit the spa, and go shopping. 
You can have more fun at casinos by setting a budget, visiting different gambling destinations, and playing new games. As casino is a luxury place you should wear classy. 
The most popular casino games are Roulette, Blackjack, Baccarat, Texas Hold'em Poker three card poker, and slot machine. Among them, Roulette is the most popular online casino game.
The most famous casino clubs in Sri Lanka are mentioned below.
1)	Bally’s Casino Colombo
2)	Casino Marina
3)	Bellagio Casino Colombo


#### Bally's Casino Colombo

##### Restaurants

Bally's is one of the most famous casinos in Sri Lanka where a variety of games can play. This opens 24 hours a day. 
The dining facilities are provided by Kingsbury hotel Colombo. The restaurant serves Chinese, Indian, and Sri Lankan cuisine. 
The honey beach club at Kingsbury opens from 10 a.m. to 12 a.m. serving delicious local snacks such as wade, roti, and deviled meat items with 69 arrack flavors. 
Yue Chuan which serves Cantonese and Szechuan specialties where is one of the best places for Chinese cuisine in Sri Lanka. It opens for lunch from 12 noon to 3 pm and dinner from 6.30 pm to 11 pm. It gives a feelinglike you are dining at a popular restaurant in China. 
Ce La Vi where is the newly revamped rooftop at the Kingsbury hotel provides Japanese cuisine fine dining.

##### Slot and online betting at Bally's

Bally's has 100 games offered including, Blackjack, Barracut, Asian Poker, and Roulette. 
Bally's casino provides live betting during their stay there for those who are excited about sports. People can do live betting for football, cricket, basketball, and tennis as well. Live betting is conducted by the ones who placed bets. People can place a single bet or either multiple bet. 

##### Slot machines

The easiest game that can play in a casino is slot machines. In this, you only have to press a button or use a lever and then the machine is ready to roll. However, the winning chance is low in slot machine games. There are three types of slot machine games and famous slot machine games are 3-reel, single-line games, 5-reel, and 25-line ones. Slot machines accept with only one rupee (1 rupee is equal to 1 credit) to 100, 500, 1000, 5000 and more credit.


#### Casino Marina

Casino Marina which is located in the heart of Colombo is the largest entertainment hub in Sri Lanka and it is your winning destination. It has good hospitality. Casino Marina offers you seventy table games including Baccarat, Blackjack, Roulette, Andar Bahar, and Texas Hold'em Poker. 
"The ultimate entertainment hub" in casino Marina has taken Sri Lanka to the next level of gaming. It also has live entertainment with Indian and international celebrities and red carpet events. They have five-star cuisine and premium beverages too. And they are ready to offer you daily prizes as well. They have an online gaming facility for you to indulge in the game at the comfort of your home.

##### Table Games

-Baccarat 
In this game, you don't require any technical skill. This game can be found in the big money sections of most casinos.

-Blackjack 
Blackjack is a casino banking game. This is a comparing card game where each player competes against the dealer. 

-Roulette
In this game, a player may choose to play a bet on a single number, various groupings of numbers, the color red or black whether the number is odd or even, or if the numbers are low or high.

-Andar Bahar
This is an Indian gambling game. For this, a standard 52-card pack is used. Andar means inside and Bahar means outside.

-Texas Hold'em Poker
This is one of the most popular variants of the card game of Poker. In this game, players have betting options to check, call, raise or fold.

Casino Marina has five floors of gaming.

-Jade Lounge
Jade Lounge offers you a world-class experience. In this area, you can enjoy watching celebrity dancing acts and you can excite your senses through music like electronic Dance music, Jazz, Rock, techno, and country music. You can enjoy playing Baccarat, Roulette, Blackjack, Poker, and slot machines while having handcrafted cocktails and mocktails. 

-Pearl Lounge
This is situated on the ground floor of the casino Marina. This area is glass-walled and has a gaming ambiance. 

-Diamond Lounge
This is located on the first floor and this has a private entrance. 

-Crystal Lounge
This lounge has a fully stocked bar for personalized service and has live entertainment.


#### Bellagio Casino Colombo

Bellagio Colombo is one of the leading casinos in Sri Lanka as well as a popular nightlife venue for tourists. This is located in the central location in the city of Colombo. Bellagio Colombo has a good reputation within the gaming industry. There is a wide range of gaming options offered by Bellagio Colombo. Three cards Poker, Baccarat, Blackjack, Roulette, Sic Bo, and Slot machines are some of the gaming options of Bellagio Colombo. Bellagio has regular promotion draws, events, cultural celebrations, and festive nights throughout the year in addition to the entertainment acts that are held in a daily basis. Bellagio is not only an amazing place for gaming but also for the casino's world-class restaurant and bar. There is a well-experienced staff at Bellagio who are ever-ready to give you an ultimate experience and try to make your stay a memorable one.

##### Mas Gaming Area

Mas gaming area of Bellagio is situated on the ground floor of Bellagio Colombo which is a place that has a luxurious and comfortable ambiance. Both VIPs and regular guests can enter this area and this area is completed with a restaurant and bar for your convenience. In this area, you can play Roulette, Blackjack, Baccarat, Texas Hold'em Poker, and Three card Poker. You can enjoy watching live performances on stage while playing games as well. They are open for 24 hours every day except Poya day. There is an ATM facility at Bellagio for your convenience to access to your cash at any time of the day.

##### VIP First Floor

In Bellagio, there is a VIP area for their world-class VIP guests. This is good for casino gaming and this area serves a premium range of food and beverages. Roulette, Blackjack, Baccarat, Texas Hold'em Poker, Andar Bahar and Three Card Poker are the games that offer by Bellagio VIP first floor.

##### Bellagio Colombo Premium Membership

There are a lot of benefits of having a premium membership of Bellagio Casino Colombo. They offer you the facilities of Business class Air Travel, Suite room accommodation at the Hotels with pre-check-in services, Premium Airport transfers, daily spa visits, a Premium A ‘La carte menu at Bellagio, and Premium brands of alcohol at Bellagio. 
You can enter the Premium membership criteria by achieving a quarterly minimum of 60 000 points. And the validity of Premium membership is based on the quarterly earned points.

##### Wine and dine at Bellagio

Bellagio has a world-class bar and a restaurant. The chefs of Bellagio are prepared to offer any menu item at your request. The multi-cuisine restaurant has a comfortable seating area and there you can have food at any time of the day or night. This opens from 7 am to 9 am for breakfast, 12 pm to 3.30 pm for lunch, and 8 pm to 1 am for dinner. 

The restaurant Asian Pavilion offers you Indian and Chinese cuisine and it opens from 8 pm to 1 am for dinner. Fountain Bar offers you international-level liquors to all the popular cocktails. Bellagio's staff is prepared to serve you any beverage of your choice as well. The fountain bar is open from 10 am to 2 am.

##### Partner Hotels of Bellagio Casino Colombo

•	Cinnamon Grand Hotel
Cinnamon Grand is a luxury hotel in Colombo that offers you world-class facilities. This is situated at the heart of Colombo where you can easily access to fulfill your requirements during the stay in Colombo.

•	Galadari Hotel
This hotel has a good reputation locally and internationally. And this hasa diverse range of cuisine that is delicious. 

•	Movenpick Hotel Colombo 
Movenpick is one of the latest luxurious hotels in Colombo and this hotel has a wide range of dining and recreational facilities.

•	Taj Samudra Hotel 
Taj Samudra offers the best views of Colombo's metro areas. This has 300 well-equipped rooms.

•	The Kingsbury Hotel
This five-star hotel has 229 well-equipped rooms, dining restaurants, a swimming pool, a spa, and a fitness center.

•	Shangri-La Colombo 
Shangri-La is one of the latest luxurious hotels in Colombo offering uninterrupted views of the Indian Ocean. This offers exceptional services and world/class standards to the guests.



Casino clubs in Sri Lanka

#### Nilaveli Beach
Nilaveli beach is located a few kilometres away from Trincomalee. This is a very clean and peaceful beach. Nilaveli is a beautiful beach that has pearly white sand and crystal-clear water. This is one of the stunning beaches in the east coofast Sri Lanka. This beach is lined with lots of restaurants and bars. So, you can relax the by beachside having delicious food.
There is an area called pigeon island which is a 10-minute boat ride from Nilaveli beach. You can swim with turtles and sharks on pigeon island. The most stunning thing to do onNilaveli beach is its coral reef.  It's your responsibility to protect corals as most people destroy them. 
And there is a beach called Uppuveli beach which is around 15 minutes from Nilaveli beach. You can visit there too and can have your day having a cocktail and a perfect meal by the beachside.

#### Unawatuna Beach
Unawatuna beach is a fantastic place for surfing, snorkelling and many more. Unawatuna beach is located in Galle, Sri Lanka. This is one of the famous tourist attractions in Sri Lanka. This is 108 km away from Colombo. This beach is known for its beach and corals. 
You can visit there by a tuktuk or you can rent and drive your own tuk-tuk to zoom around the Unawatuna area. 
There is an Instagram famous place in Unawatuna. That is ' the coconut swing at Dalawella beach". 
As Unawatuna is famous for surfing you can use four ways of surfing waves. They are spilling waves, plunging waves, surging waves and collapsing waves. And standing on the board and surfingare also famous in Unawatuna. 
There are beachside restaurants and bars that provide you with delicious meals. 
If you visit Unawatuna do not forget to visit Galle Fort which is a 15-minute tuk ride from Unawatuna beach.

#### Arugam Bay
Arugam Bay is a beautiful beach situated in Ampara district Sri Lanka. It is a famous surfing spot and perfect for nature lovers. There are beachside guesthouses and oceanside restaurants. So, you can spend your day having delicious food and surfing in the Arugambay beach. 
Arugambay is one of the major chill spots. It has moon shaped or curl, golden sand. This is a perfect place for sun seekers too. You can relax by beachside having king coconut water and it is a different kind of vibe. 
If you are a beginner in surfing you can visit Whiskey point which is 15 minutes away from Arugam bay. You can start to learn your surfing lessons there. 
And there is a place called "Peanut farm" which is around 25 minutes from Arugambay. It is an ideal spot for surfing too.

#### Hikkaduwa Beach
Hikkaduwa beach is nearly 143 km away from Galle. It is also a major tourist attraction in Sri Lanka. 
Hikkaduwa is an ideal place for watersports such as surfing and diving. Not only you can go for relaxing massages near Hikkaduwa beach but also can have delicious seafood meals from beachside restaurants. 
There are perfect surfing spots at Hikkaduwa. Some of them are North Jetty, Narigama beach, Owakanda and the main reef. 
As the water of the beach is so crystal clear you can get to see different kinds of coral formations which house a large variety of fishes and turtles.
You can do water sports such as snorkelling, swimming, surfing, scuba diving, body surfing and boating at Hikkaduwa beach.
By visiting Narigama beach which is near Hikkaduwa beach you can watch beautiful sunsets. And if you want to explore the underwater world you can visit coral reef gardens as well.

#### Mirissa Beach
Mirissa Beach is situated in Mirissa on the south coast of Sri Lanka, located in the Matara district of the Southern province. It is a beautiful, safe and quiet beach. It is a fishing port as well as one of the island's main whale and dolphin watching locations. Mirissa became one of the popular tourist attractions because of itsnightlife. 
Mirissa beach is ideal for swimming and sunbathing. You can spend the day enjoying the crystal blue water and having delicious food from beachside restaurants. 
Coconut tree hill which is surrounded by coconut trees is one of the mustplaces to go if you visit Mirissa Beach. 
And there is a beach called Secret beach and it is around the corner from the main beach Mirissa. You can have fun by visiting there too.

Beaches in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka has one of the most unique food cultures in the world as it is a multi-cultural country. By the way, the official meal of Sri Lanka is rice and curry. Most Sri Lankans prefer vegetable curries and some people include meat or fish curry in their meals as well. They use Sri Lankan hot spices to make the food because those spices add a great flavor to the curry, give a good smell, and keep people healthy with the ayurvedic value. Chili powder, mustard seeds, cinnamon, and cloves are some of the main spices that add flavor to the meals. In some people's meals, dhal curry is a must. To balance various tastes people, add something savory and something sweet to their meal as well. Some people make chutneys and pickles and store them in the kitchen pantries to use on special occasions and some in everyday occurrences. 
Also, Sri Lankans eat roti, hoppers, and string hoppers,especiallyfor their breakfast and dinner with a vegetable or a dhal curry. Lankans don't use alcoholic beverages with their meals. They either drink hot tea, coffee, plain tea, or fresh juice with their meal. And to Sri Lankan celebrations, people don't forget to make traditional Sri Lankan meals that are mouthwatering.


#### Rice and curry

Rice and curry which is the national dish of Sri Lanka is a delicious meal. It consists of hot steamed rice and some curries. There are normally at least 3-5 curries served along with rice so there's a big variety of tastes in one meal. Most of Sri Lankans usually consume rice for lunch and some people eat it for dinner too. The traditional way of eating rice and curry is using fingers. From that people can mix the curries with rice so well and can enjoy the meal well. Some people add 'papadam' which is a crispy thing and some fried chilies to the rice meal additionally. Rice and curry is a meal that can be found in any restaurant in Sri Lanka. Some restaurants serve the rice and curry in a banana leaf or in a lotus leaf that past Sri Lankans used.


#### Kottu

Kottu which is an inexpensive go-to meal was first made in Eastern coastal towns of Sri Lanka. It is a kind of delicious spicy meal. This is one of the most popular meals in Sri Lanka. The word 'kottu' means to chop. Kottu is made with eggs, onions, spices, and chilies. People can ask to add chicken, seafood, and cheese according to their preferences as well. In some restaurants, there is a place called 'kottu hut' which is an open kitchen area. So, people can see how the kottu is making.


#### Hoppers

Hopper is a bowl-shaped pancake that is made from rice flour and coconut milk. Hopper is also a delicious food that can easily be found everywhere in Sri Lanka. Most people usually eat this with chili onion sambal (lunumiris) or with dhal curry. In Sri Lanka, hoppers are called as 'Appa'. Usually, Sri Lankans eat hoppers as breakfast and some as dinner meals. Hopper is a yummy and healthier meal and a snack as well. There are plain hoppers and egg hoppers that are usually made in Sri Lankan restaurants. Egg hoppers are made with an egg cracked in the bottom of the plain hopper. Adding salt and pepper to the egg hopper can increase the level of tastiness.


#### Thosai/ Dosai

Thosai is a South Indian meal, but also a popular food among Sri Lankans. Thosai is the main meal of the Jaffna people. Usually, Sri Lankans eat thosai for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It is made with black gram/ urad dal. It can eat with sambar, chutney, sambal, and with chicken curry. Dosai is also a great source of carbohydrates and protein. It is an inexpensive meal too. There are various kinds of dosai apart from plain dosa. Some of them are masala dosa, onion dosa, cheese dosa, and pizza dosa.


#### Jackfruit curry

Jackfruit curry is a delicious traditional meal in Sri Lanka. In Sri Lanka jackfruit is called 'Polos' which is young green jackfruit. Polos are good for health as well. It is high in vitamin A and helps to prevent diseases like cancer. Jackfruit is off-white in color with a green color outer skin. Polos is perfect for vegetarians. The reason why jackfruit is very popular is because of its meaty texture. The polos curry can make with the same taste of meat curry. Jackfruit is watery and bitter before cooking but the flavors and techniques that use when cooking the curry help to increase the tastiness. If you visit Sri Lanka, this is one of the meals you don’t want to miss.


#### Pol roti

Pol roti, also known as coconut roti (a rustic flatbread), is a delicious meal that can be easily prepared. Pol roti is a meal that can find in most Sri Lankan restaurants. This is also one of the inexpensive go-tomeals. This can be eaten for breakfast, dinner, or as a snack. 
The process of making pol roti is easy. By mixing shredded coconut with flour, add some salt, coconut oil, and water and make a dough with it. And then making small balls with the dough, leaving it for a few hours, rolling them out, and flipping them on the pan are all have to do. 
Sri Lankans usually eat pol roti with chili onion sambal, coconut sambal, or with dhal or spicy curry. Lankans also like to drink plain tea while eating pol roti. This is a delicious meal as well as a healthy meal that boosts weight loss.


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