Where is Sri Lanka?

Driving in unfamiliar territory is a daunting experience for some, but you don't have to stress. Get your head around the following facts and you'll be guiding your rental car through the winding roads of Sri Lanka in no time at all. You'll find Sri Lanka on the continent of Asia. Zoom further into the map and the capital, Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, will come into view. If you want to find out how the country is run, a stop here is a no-brainer.

What are the major attractions in Sri Lanka?

What's the point of picking up a rental car if you're not going to see this place's biggest and best sights? Sri Lanka boasts some truly unforgettable attractions. Here are a few you won't want to miss:

• Negombo Beach (2 miles from the center of Negombo, Gampaha District)
• Dambulla Cave Temple (5 miles from the center of Dambulla, Matale District)
• Ancient City of Sigiriya (6 miles from the center of Dambulla, Matale District)

What are the best road trip destinations in Sri Lanka?

With long stretches of glorious highways and inviting open roads, many travelers opt to turn their Sri Lanka vacations into self-drive tours. If you're organizing an unforgettable road trip, it pays to know which destinations to add to your itinerary. Here are some of the most well-known regions to visit in this beautiful place:

• Kalmunai (population of 100,200)
• Vavuniya (population of 60,200)
• Ratnapura (population of 47,800)
• Kurunegala (population of 28,600)

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