Enlightening Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka simultaneously exalts and surprises, its attractions often so stunning one can't believe they're not better known: Outstanding ruins on a grand scale. A cultural blend that exists nowhere else on Earth. Artistic traditions that not only produce dreamy and mystical imagery but incredible modern architecture. Pictured here, a statue of Sir Thomas Lipton atop ''Lipton's Seat,'' affords a view of five provinces at the highest point of the Dambateene tea plantation, which he founded in the 19th century. Photo Credit: Arnie Weissmann