Sri Lankan scenes

The island of Sri Lanka nestles in the warmth of the Indian ocean, right at the foot of the mighty subcontinent. While India is vast and populous, little Sri Lanka has a modest population of some 20 million people. Its urban areas are full of colourful hustle and bustle, and its countryside packs a magnificent punch. It boasts a coastline which is idyllic and palm-fringed, with an interior both wildly rugged and beautifully stitched with delicate tea plantations.

On a recent visit to the island, there were many moments to stop and stare – then take a photograph. This post has just 13 of those for you to enjoy.

Click first image to view the gallery

Tags: Cinnamon Citadel, discovery, Horton Plains, Kandy, landscape, nature, photography, Sri Lanka, The Blue Water, tourism, travel, Wadduwa, World's End

21 thoughts on “Sri Lankan scenes”

Malin Ellisdotter H on March 6, 2016 at 07:17 said:

Amazing images. Great work, Mike.

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- mikeosbornphoto on March 6, 2016 at 09:10 said:
  
  Hi Malin, thank you so much. I think the island is totally responsible for these photographs :)
  
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Jag on February 13, 2016 at 11:43 said:

Very beautiful photos! I have been there, a long time ago. Must go there again.

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- mikeosbornphoto on February 17, 2016 at 19:29 said:
  
  Thank you very much, Jag. It’s a lovely country and I’d suggest a return visit :)
  
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  - Jag on February 17, 2016 at 21:16 said:
    
    I will return. Soon.
    
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    - mikeosbornphoto on February 17, 2016 at 21:24 said:
      
      I feel like returning just a few weeks after being there. I was sad to miss out on the white seaside town of Galle. Next time, I said!
      
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      - Jag on February 17, 2016 at 21:27 said:
        
        We must have something to long for.
        
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Mark Simms on February 1, 2016 at 18:18 said:

We went to Sri Lanka for our honeymoon (some 15 years ago now)……its a beautiful island

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- mikeosbornphoto on February 1, 2016 at 18:50 said:
  
  It really is, Mark. And a very good destination for newlyweds.
  
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Laura Bloomsbury on January 31, 2016 at 13:07 said:

Always a treat for the eyes – first shot made me think I was seeing a vintage copy of National Geographic.

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- mikeosbornphoto on January 31, 2016 at 13:46 said:
  
  Thank you very much Laura, glad you enjoyed the views. Wow, that’s a lovely accolade. I’ll go with that :)
  
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ckponderings on January 31, 2016 at 11:17 said:

A great set of images of a stunning place, MIke. I particularly like the boat and cascade shots (oddly, the two b/w shots amongst a burst of colour!). Nice work, Mr O! :)

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- mikeosbornphoto on January 31, 2016 at 11:20 said:
  
  Thank you very much, Richard. Yes, a great place to see and capture. I’m very fond of the man in his boat too. Just shows how colour doesn’t always hold sway in the most vibrant of places!
  
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Noeline Smith on January 31, 2016 at 10:22 said:

Beautiful! Just what I need to brighten up a grey Sunday morning :)

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- mikeosbornphoto on January 31, 2016 at 10:27 said:
  
  Thank you Noeline. My sentiments entirely! The transportative power of a photograph and all that…
  
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Cos on January 31, 2016 at 09:58 said:

Awesome photos, Mike! Beautiful sunsets and great hills.

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- mikeosbornphoto on January 31, 2016 at 10:15 said:
  
  It’s a beautiful island without doubt. Go take a look. I’ll come too!
  
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  - Cos on January 31, 2016 at 11:59 said:
    
    There are some other plans for the near future, perhaps later… ;)
    
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    - mikeosbornphoto on January 31, 2016 at 12:08 said:
      
      Oh tell all…
      
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      - Cos on January 31, 2016 at 12:32 said:
        
        You’ll find out in a few months ;-)
        
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        mikeosbornphoto on January 31, 2016 at 13:44 said:
        
        Oooh, you tease.
        
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