We had an early start this morning as we had a lot of distance to cover. As we left Negombo we stopped at the dry fish market which was of course fabulously fragrant 🤢 but it was so interesting watching the locals at work.
Arriving in Dambulla meant one thing; cave temples. We had a very sweaty climb (in preparation for Sigiriya tomorrow) to the UN world heritage site and had our first introduction to Buddhist religion. The caves are beautifully painted and house over 150 statues. Don’t forget your socks if you ever visit here unless you have no feeling in your feet as the floor is incredibly hot! Also don’t forget to have shoulders and knees covered so whip out those patterned trousers!
Keep an eye out for all the local monkeys. One had it’s willy out and the other was breastfeeding!
We arrived in Habarana and had our first taste of monsoon. Practically swimming to the room was an absolute treat. Hopefully mother nature behaves and keeps away tomorrow so we can get up the rock dry (although I’m sure it will be moist from the shear volume of sweat)
We enjoyed another curry tonight although I accidently had an incredibly hot one… #ringsting
Santa is currently fast asleep in the lobby. Think he has had one too many beers!!
The Travelling Ginger 