Sigiriya, an enigmatic rocky erratic rising dramatically from the country’s central plains, is Sri Lanka’s single most dramatic sight. Few places left on Earth feel untouched by tourism. Plus, lemurs: Madagascar’s national animal is the ring-tailed lemur, a curious primate creature found nowhere else in the world. Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa, cities in North Central Province, as well as Dambulla cave temple, are magnificent archaeological destinations. Madagascar is a dream destination for cultural tourism enthusiast. Its capital, Jaffna, presents a feast for the senses. Sri Lanka emerged from civil war in 2009 and while the southern regions are saturated with tourism, for nearly 30 years the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam occupied the north, destroying much of its heritage and infrastructure. During their reign, tourism was nearly non-existent in the region. In the nine years since the war ended, northern Sri Lanka has seen accelerated tourism resulting in lags and gaps in the establishment of resorts, services and prices charged. That said, if you make the effort to visit, you will be rewarded with flavours and customs like nowhere else. Hire a guide or bring your sea kayak and visit SG̱ang Gwaay Llnaagay, the remains of a historic Haida village complete with standing totem poles and the remains of cedar longhouses. Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve and Haida Heritage Site, which encompasses most of Moresby Island and protects a total 138 islands, is accessed by air or water only.
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There’s lots of camping for the budget traveller, particularly on North Beach, where camping on the beach is free (although campgrounds are also available.) Culturephiles will want to check out the Haida Heritage Centre in Skidegate, along with the myriad of artists and artisans that exist throughout the island. Mid-island is Tlell, where the Indigenous-own Haida House is worth spending a night. Graham Island offers little more than 100 km of paved road extending from Charlotte in the south to Masset and North Beach in the north. Still relatively untouched, this archipelago is primarily made up of two main islands-Graham Island in the north and Moresby Island in the south. Tucked away in British Columbia, Canada’s northwest corner, Haida Gwaii (also known by its colonial name, Queen Charlotte Islands) is a hidden gem of coastal mountains, peaceful lakes and beaches that extend for miles.
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