Sacred shrines, historic forts, tea hills and golden coastlines—join Lilly Douse as she explores Sri Lanka.
In this episode of Grand Voyager, Lilly Douse explores Sri Lanka—a land of striking contrasts where the vivid energy of the coast meets the jaw-dropping beauty of the interior highlands. Lilly begins her journey at Yatagala Raja Maha Viharaya, an ancient rock temple nestled in the hills. Here, she discovers the deep sense of faith and quiet devotion that continues to define the Sri Lankan spirit today.
The journey continues into the heart of Galle Fort, where Lilly meets with Emily, a local business owner, to discover the colonial charm of this UNESCO World Heritage site. A quick tuk-tuk ride leads them to a traditional workshop, where Lilly dives into the intricate world of jewelry making to discover the ancestral craftsmanship that makes Sri Lankan gems so legendary.
Seeking the energy of the coast, Lilly heads to the southern beaches to experience the surf culture with a surfing lesson from Fairooze, the instructor at Shack Dewata, before stopping to enjoy some authentic Sri Lankan cuisine at Mom’s Kitchen, a local cookery school.
The adventure turns inland to the picturesque highlands of Ella. Immersed in the emerald expanse of the tea fields, Lilly takes an exhilarating ATV ride at The Flying Ravana Adventure Park, led by Jegan, an expert who helps her to navigate the rugged trails through the historic estates. The journey concludes with tea picking and tasting at Halpewatte Tea Factory —a breathtaking finale to an episode that captures the warmth, adrenaline, and timeless beauty of Sri Lanka.
