Published on Mar, 2024
It was supposed to be just a ride between some places on our itinerary, or at least I thought so. Then we met Ashan to make final arrangements and his big smile immediately put away any doubts about what this adventure is going to be like. Starting early next morning and then every step of the way he was our reliable driver, knowledgeable guide, friendly advisor and travelling companion. Yes, we are heading to the Sigiriya Lion's Rock, but why not make a short stop to see an elephant bathing in the lake? On our way to Kandy a small detour will take us to the Nalanda Gedige, 1000+ years old temple at the geographical center of Sri Lanka! Nobody in our group is vegetarian, but we happily took Ashan's advice and went to a vegetarian restaurant in Kandy, by that time knowing that it can't go wrong. So, dear Ashan, thank you for everything and hopefully we will meet again on some new trip around Sri Lanka.