Jill Worrall visits one of Sri Lanka's most impressive natural attractions and wonders who really decimated the local elephant population.

Sigiriya is one of Sri Lanka's eight Unesco-listed World Heritage Sites and is for me, its most spectacular monument, an absolutely vital part of any visit to this country.

This imposing rock fortress in central Sri Lanka is a Unesco World Heritage Site with a fascinating history and breathtaking views. Built by Sri Lanka's King Kassapa in the 5th Century, the palace atop the 200 metre outcrop was ingeniously situated to repel attack attempts by the king's younger half brother and rightful heir to the throne, Mogallana.

What makes Kandalama special is that on its shores is an extraordinary hotel that has won awards for its environmental policies and practices.

From its lush tea plantations to its Unesco World Heritage Sites and extensive coastline, Sri Lanka is a country of captivating colours and flavours.

Lauraine Jacobs eats and drinks her way around Sri Lanka.

Despite weather extremes, an Auckland climate scientist is unconvinced about the role of human-induced global warming.

New elephants are coming to Auckland Zoo - but not everyone is happy about it. We look at the arguments for and against the council's $3.5 million new attractions

Gerald Melling's response to architecture is an emotional one. Here he discusses his passion and motivation, including helping to rebuild after the Sri Lanka tsunami.

Sri Lanka's World Cup captain Kumar Sangakkara has challenged former skipper Hashan Tillakaratne to prove his recent allegations of rampant match-fixing.

To India the spoils. The World Cup to go with being the game's best test and ODI teams, plus possessing the biggest wallet in the game.

Photo from the Cricket World Cup semifinal between New Zealand and Sri Lanka in Colombo, Sri Lanka.