Sri Lanka has been ranked the world’s best island destination to visit in 2026, according to the latest rankings released by international travel publication Big 7 Travel.
Sri Lanka secured the top spot in the publication’s list of the 50 Best Islands to Visit, with its 833-mile coastline, scenic central highlands, world-famous tea plantations, rich cultural heritage and exceptional biodiversity cited as the key reasons for the ranking.
The report also highlighted Yala National Park and the UNESCO World Heritage Site Sigiriya among the country’s iconic attractions that contributed to its number one ranking.
In a further boost to Sri Lanka’s tourism sector, Unawatuna Beach was ranked 26th in Big 7 Travel’s list of the World’s 50 Best Beaches.