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What to do and see in Kitulgala, Sabaragamuwa Province: The Best River Rafting & Tubing

Kitulgala is a small town in the west of Sri Lanka. It is in the wet zone rain forest, which gets two monsoons each year, and is one of the wettest places in the country. Nevertheless, it comes alive in the first three months of the year, especially in February, the driest month. The Academy Award-winning The Bridge on the River Kwai was filmed on the Kelani River near Kitulgala, although nothing remains now except the concrete foundations for the bridge (and, supposedly, the submerged train cars that plunged into the river in the climactic scene). Kitulgala is also a base for white-water rafting, which starts a few kilometres upstream and also popular as a location for adventure based training programs.

The 10 Best Sights & Landmarks in Middle Volga, Volga District

Discover the best top things to do in Middle Volga, Russia including Kazan Kremlin, Cathedral of the Apostles Peter and Paul, Kul Sharif Mosque, Cathedral of the Icon of the Mother of All Who Sorrow, Sviyazhskiy Holy Dormition Monastery, Raifa Monastery, Samara Embankment, Galileo Park, Kubychev Square, Nur Ikhlas Mosque.

10 Bus Tours in Kyoto That You Shouldn't Miss

The shrines and temples of Kyoto offer a rare link between modern life in the city and its very ancient past. The Shimogamo Shrine dates to the 6th century and seems suspended in time, its serenity and spiritual power still palpable. Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine, then see the life-sized Thousand Armed Kannon statues of Sanjūsangen-dō. Enjoy traditional geisha performances, then savor a tranquil meal at a restaurant overlooking the Kamo River.

Things to do in Sunshine Coast, Sunshine Coast: The Best Breweries

British Columbia's Sunshine Coast does seem to get more than its fair share of great weather, plus breathtaking scenery and friendly coastal villages to discover. The beaches are best in summer, but the natural beauty is year-round. Travelers rave about swimming while gazing up at the mountains, or just relaxing in a romantic B&B while the setting sun paints a canvas of color over the water.

The 6 Best Civic Centers in Wakayama Prefecture, Kinki

Discover the best top things to do in Wakayama Prefecture, Japan including Tachiyori Dokoro, Aridagawa-cho Regional Exchange Center ALEC, Yuasa Delicious Monzo, ., Wakayama Prefectural Information Exchange Center Big ・ U, Wakayama Municipal Auditorium.

What to do and see in Cuxhaven, Lower Saxony: The Best Free Things to do

Cuxhaven (German pronunciation: [kʊksˈhaːfən]) is an independent town and seat of the Cuxhaven district, in Lower Saxony, Germany. The town includes the northernmost point of Lower Saxony. It is situated on the shore of the North Sea at the mouth of the Elbe River. Cuxhaven has a footprint of 14 kilometres (9 miles) (east–west) by 7 km (4 mi) (north–south). Its town quarters Duhnen, Döse and Sahlenburg are especially popular vacation spots on the North Sea and home to about 52,000 residents.

What to do and see in Province of Brescia, Lombardy: The Best Private Tours

The Province of Brescia is a Province in Lombardy, northern Italy.

What to do and see in Leucate, Occitanie: The Best Tours

French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

What to do and see in Zurich, Canton of Zurich: The Best Traveler Resources

The largest city in Switzerland is a major contemporary art and shopping destination. Important artworks are displayed in the Kunsthaus and the Rietberg Museum, while those who consider shopping an art can hone their skills along Bahnhofstrasse and Niederdorf. Chagall's stained glass windows in the Fraumunster amaze and Zurich's 500 clubs and bars, including several in swimming pools, pulse with life 'til the early hours. This city on Lake Zurich has excellent public transit and a free bike rental system.

10 Gear Rentals in Luzon That You Shouldn't Miss

Discover the best top things to do in Luzon, Philippines including Big Fins Dive Center, BRB Motorcycle Rental, Ace Motorcycle, Rent a Jeep, Blue Paradive Center, Culili Point 4x4 & Sand Boarding Adventure, B&B ATV, B&B ATV TRAILS, Car/Tricycle/Motorcycle for Rent Albay and Sorsogon, OSHDOMINIC TRAVELS & PARTNERS.

The 10 Best Churches & Cathedrals in Eure, Normandy

Discover the best top things to do in Eure, France including Eglise Sainte-Foy, Pere Laval, Eglise Sainte-Genevieve, Abbey of Bec-Hellouin, Eglise Saint Helier, Notre-Dame de Louviers, L'eglise Sainte-Croix, Collegiale Notre Dame, La Commanderie de Chanu, Eglise Saint-Germain.

The 10 Best Things to do in L'Ampolla, Catalonia

L'Ampolla is a municipality in the comarca of the Baix Ebre in Catalonia, Spain. It was created in 1990 by the division of the municipality of el Perelló. It is situated on the coast south of l'Ametlla de Mar, and is an important tourist centre and minor fishing port. The town is served by the A-7 autopista, the N-340 coast road and by a station on the RENFE railway line between Tarragona and Valencia.

Top 5 Things to do Good for Couples in Gravina in Puglia, Puglia

Gravina in Puglia (Latin: Silvium; Greek: Σιλούϊον) is a town and comune of the Metropolitan City of Bari, Apulia, southern Italy.

10 Sights & Landmarks in Sera-cho That You Shouldn't Miss

Discover the best top things to do in Sera-cho, Japan including Hattabara Dam, Sera Kouzan Fureainosato, Sera Kogen Farm, Sera Kogen Farm Land, Sera Kosui Farm, Sera Koyu Land, Seranishi Youth Travel Village, Imakoyasan Ryuge-ji Temple, Kosodate Kannon, Dreamland Sera.

Things to do in Trani, Puglia: The Best Multi-day Tours

Trani [ˈtraːni]  listen (help·info) is a seaport of Apulia, in southern Italy, on the Adriatic Sea, 40 kilometres (25 mi) by railway West-Northwest of Bari. The town has recently become one of the capital cities of the new Province of Barletta-Andria-Trani (as of June 2009).

10 Lessons & Workshops in Greater Newcastle That You Shouldn't Miss

Discover the best top things to do in Greater Newcastle, Australia including Ogishi Craft Centre, Murrook Culture Centre, Beekeeping Class Newcastle - Hands On, Port Stephens Paddlesports, Paint and Sip Studios, Sandalyn Estate, Cirkos, Ajillity Pilates, The All Story, Newcastle Surfest Surf School - Day Classses.

What to do and see in Trikala Region, Thessaly: The Best Multi-day Tours

Discover the best top things to do in Trikala Region, Greece including Private 2-Days to Top Unesco Sites of Delphi & Meteora - Great Lunch included, 2-Day Private Tour to Delphi Meteora and Thermopylae, 2 Days Private Tour: Delphi & Meteora, 8-Day Halfboard Activity Tour of Delphi, Meteora & Pelion with Hike, Bike & Sail, Explore Central Greece with an affordable 2 days tour to Delphi and Meteora, Two Days Rail Tour to Meteora from Athens, 4-Day Greece Highlights Tour: Epidaurus, Mycenae, Olympia, Delphi and Meteora, Indulge to the beauty of Greece with the 4 days Classical Greece private tour, 4-Day Classical Greece Tour: Epidaurus, Mycenae, Olympia, Delphi, Meteora, 2-Day Delphi and Meteora Tour from Athens.

The 10 Best Other Outdoor Activities in Chile, Chile

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