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Cats from Hiriwadunna {Sri Lanka}

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kitten playing with onions at an onion farm in Hiriwadunna

“Hiriwadunna is a paradise for cat lovers like me,” says travel blogger Laurel Robbins. 

 The first kitty she encountered during her Hiriwadunna Village Trek tour was on an onion farm. “Hiriwadunna is a village of approximately 2500 people. While I can't say that cows outnumber people here, I can say that onions do. And if you happen to be one of the cats living there, you have the added bonus of always having toys to play with!” 

 Laurel encountered another cat on after climbing a coconut tree. “As we dug into our coconut milk straight from the coconut, I learned that cats love coconut milk! This guy couldn’t get enough!”

cats love coconut milk

 But it was only when Laurel met the cats that live with an elephant scarer, that she knew that Hiriwadunna is a paradise for cat lovers (In case you're wondering, an elephant scarer is a farmer who prevents elephants from decimating the crop by standing guard all night in a watch tower and yelling when any elephants approach).

paradise for cat lovers

 The Hiriwadunna Village Trek benefits the surrounding communities by providing self-employment and partnership opportunities. 

 Check out Laurel's travel blog Monkeys and Mountains for travel stories and pictures.

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70 comments:

  1. When the cat is awayMarch 14, 2015 at 5:07 AM

    Wow, the colors in the pictures are amazing! I especially like the first one - great colors, an adorable cat and a great cultural layer. In this picture are all the components why I love your blog: pictures of high quality and creativity, to see beyond one own's nose and, obviously, cats.

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    1. When the cat is awayMarch 14, 2015 at 5:11 AM

      ... one's own nose. Autocorrect will kill me one day.

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  2. BrianMarch 14, 2015 at 5:45 AM

    Great photos and such pretty little sweeties!

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  3. UnknownMarch 14, 2015 at 6:29 AM

    So cute. Have a super Saturday.
    Best wishes Molly

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  4. NicoleMarch 14, 2015 at 6:47 AM

    Thank you so much for stopping by and sharing. I love your cute photos! They definitely look like happy cats!

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  5. TexWisGirlMarch 14, 2015 at 6:54 AM

    they look happy.

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  6. Magia da InêsMarch 14, 2015 at 6:55 AM

    ه°·هჱ⊱
    Muito exótico um gato que gosta de coco...
    Belas fotos!


    Ótimo sábado com tudo de bom!
    Bom fim de semana!
    Beijinhos do Brasil.
    ჱه° ·.

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  7. Annie BearMarch 14, 2015 at 7:02 AM

    These kitties look related. They're so pretty. Laurel Robbins must have had quite an adventure on this voyage.That's an exotic place to visit.

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  8. carol l mckennaMarch 14, 2015 at 8:40 AM

    Love all the kitty shots ~ especially the one with the coconut milk!

    Happy Weekend to you,
    artmusedog and carol

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  9. Margaret Birding For PleasureMarch 14, 2015 at 8:46 AM

    Four very pretty cats, all look very healthy and happy. Have a great weekend.

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  10. Debra She Who SeeksMarch 14, 2015 at 9:12 AM

    Who knew that cats love coconut milk?

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  11. MaryMarch 14, 2015 at 9:18 AM

    Great pictures. I love the cat at the onion farm! Adorable.

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  12. Ginny HartzlerMarch 14, 2015 at 9:31 AM

    The photos are beautiful, with intense colors. The cats look so sweet, they look young, almost kittens. I am surprised that just yelling will scare an elephant away!

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  13. Joseph PulikotilMarch 14, 2015 at 9:51 AM

    Lovely photos of cats. Cats are adorable, they are very playful and entertaining.

    Best wishes

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  14. GattinaMarch 14, 2015 at 10:03 AM

    The pictures are amazing ! I have never seen a cat drinking coconut milk !

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  15. AnonymousMarch 14, 2015 at 10:24 AM

    What sweet, sweet faces. ~xo~

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  16. BreathtakingMarch 14, 2015 at 10:45 AM

    Adorable captures of all three cats. The first one has very unusual markings and lovely colouring. I also did not know that cats like coconut milk, I learn something every day whilst blogging.
    Regards.

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  17. AnonymousMarch 14, 2015 at 11:07 AM

    It's bootyful but those kitties need sumfin' sides cocnut milk. weez need to shawe ow noms wiff them. We like to see a meaty kitty.

    Luv ya'

    Dezi and Lexi

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  18. SylviaMarch 14, 2015 at 11:18 AM

    Gorgeous photos !
    En een kat die graag kokosmelk lust ... zo schattig !
    Fijn weekend,
    Sylvia

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  19. UnknownMarch 14, 2015 at 11:28 AM

    Great photos!

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  20. The Swiss CatsMarch 14, 2015 at 12:10 PM

    The colors are gorgeous ! Lovely cats. Purrs

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  21. ak_utMarch 14, 2015 at 12:40 PM

    so cute!!!

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  22. TamagoMarch 14, 2015 at 12:41 PM

    Pretty pictures. I especially love the one where kitty is having coconut milk :-)

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  23. UnknownMarch 14, 2015 at 12:53 PM

    Adorable kitties!

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  24. JeanneMarch 14, 2015 at 1:01 PM

    What wonderful little Callies!

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  25. annabelt - geeks dietMarch 14, 2015 at 2:21 PM

    I love the first one's little face - so sweet and exotic looking!

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  26. Nancy ChanMarch 14, 2015 at 3:46 PM

    Very adorable kittens. I didn't know that cats love to drink coconut water. Hmmm the onions will be fun toys for the kittens.

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  27. Su-sieee! MacMarch 14, 2015 at 4:24 PM

    Their colors are so brilliant. It must be all the coconut milk.
    The View from the Top of the Ladder

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  28. AnonymousMarch 14, 2015 at 8:53 PM

    (^‿^)✿
    Coucou chère Vanessa ❤

    J'adore voir ces chats chez toi ! SUPERBES photos !

    Je te souhaite un bon dimanche !

    BISOUS D'ASIE ! Ƹ̴Ӂ̴Ʒ

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  29. gerdaYDMarch 14, 2015 at 11:36 PM

    Misschien weet je het, misschien ook niet, maar is ben een échte kattenfanaat. Bedankt dus voor dit schitterend log boordevol van die prachtige dieren die jij beslist knap op de foto wist te vangen!

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  30. syros2jsMarch 15, 2015 at 3:22 AM

    Love them! Love them! Love them!!!
    (And love you, as well!)
    ;-)
    Hugs, sweetheart!

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  31. i beatiMarch 15, 2015 at 4:25 AM

    colors so vibrant

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  32. CATachresisMarch 15, 2015 at 5:32 AM

    The first picture is particularly beautiful!! Great pics and quite exotic!

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  33. Lee Ann L.March 15, 2015 at 5:51 AM

    Cool blog! and Cool pictures! Cat lover here. :-)

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  34. pilch92March 15, 2015 at 5:52 AM

    Very pretty itties, but they look like they need more food and love.

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  35. PatMarch 15, 2015 at 7:31 AM

    Lovely shots of these cute kitties.

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  36. Kitty Cat ChroniclesMarch 15, 2015 at 8:27 AM

    Sounds like a kitty paradise indeed! Very beautiful.

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  37. IndyMarch 15, 2015 at 8:35 AM

    I love the first photo with the beautiful colors! Have a nice Sunday.

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  38. The Island CatsMarch 15, 2015 at 10:28 AM

    Those photos are beautiful!

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  39. HisiableueMarch 15, 2015 at 1:11 PM

    Et comme toujours je trouve les chats de l'Asie vraiment beaux.
    Leurs robes sont variées. Des petits chats fins. Le premier semble posséder, en plus de sa jolie et étrange robe, de mignonnes "petites..." oreilles.

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  40. BeadedTailMarch 15, 2015 at 1:13 PM

    Such pretty photos and cute little kitties! Our mommy would like to travel where there's lots of kitties!

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  41. L. Diane WolfeMarch 15, 2015 at 2:04 PM

    I love the first kitty. That's funny they play with the onions.

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  42. AnonymousMarch 15, 2015 at 2:46 PM

    Ach wat zijn ze klein en lief :) Pawkisses for a lovely Evening :) <3

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  43. jmuhjMarch 15, 2015 at 3:57 PM

    Beautiful cats -- beautiful photos! *PRAYERS* for there to be spay/neuter/innoculations/veterinary care here. ALL cats need good care!

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  44. lina@happy familyMarch 15, 2015 at 9:26 PM

    Wow. There's also a cat island in Japan, right?
    Thanks for dropping by. Happy new week.

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  45. The Indulged FurriesMarch 15, 2015 at 10:00 PM

    Cute kitties. I hope they're not eating the onion since it's toxic to cats :-(

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  46. UnknownMarch 16, 2015 at 12:29 AM

    wow i really love it, you are doing some great work here. just loving it Lost and found

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  47. AnonymousMarch 16, 2015 at 6:45 AM

    Interesting little pattern on their heads.

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  48. UnknownMarch 16, 2015 at 7:09 PM

    Aw such sweeties
    ღ husky hugz ღ frum our pack at Love is being owned by a husky!

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  49. DMSMarch 16, 2015 at 7:32 PM

    What adorable kitties! I especially love the photo of the cat enjoying some coconut. :)
    ~Jess

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  50. Cat and DOG Chat With CarenMarch 16, 2015 at 9:36 PM

    what precious babies!!!

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  51. UnknownMarch 17, 2015 at 12:37 AM

    fantastic work, you are doing a great work here love it Lost and found

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  52. stevebethereMarch 17, 2015 at 3:48 AM

    Soooo cute :-)

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  53. NCSueMarch 17, 2015 at 4:13 AM

    Pretty, pretty kitties!
    Thanks for sharing at http://image-in-ing.blogspot.com/2015/03/visiting-saint-kitts.html

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  54. MargMarch 17, 2015 at 5:32 AM

    Those are such good pictures. It is so much fun hearing about cats all over the world. Have a great day.

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  55. Oh My Heartsie WW LinkyMarch 17, 2015 at 5:54 AM

    They are all wonderful, and curious about smells!!
    Have a great day!

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  56. Mystery CaseMarch 17, 2015 at 6:27 AM

    What gorgeous pictures. The colours of the onions are amazing.

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  57. My GBGV LifeMarch 17, 2015 at 7:22 AM

    Those cats are beautiful!

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  58. Cats of wildcat woodsMarch 17, 2015 at 8:05 AM

    Lovley cats. Happy St Pat's - thanks so much for your kind comments about Lily. Mom is easing up on blogging to care for her.

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  59. UnknownMarch 17, 2015 at 8:21 AM

    Your pictures are very nice, that first one is very captivating. Love the colors.
    Happy St. Patrick's Day!

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  60. ClowieMarch 17, 2015 at 11:03 AM

    Who knew that onions make great toys!

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  61. Lux G.March 17, 2015 at 3:55 PM

    Good thing they didn't bite the sulfur out of the onions. They look cute.

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  62. Small KucingMarch 17, 2015 at 7:05 PM

    Colorful and exotic

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  63. Noodle CatMarch 18, 2015 at 5:42 PM

    Who knew cats would chew on onions? Thanks for that!

    Noodle and crew

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  64. AnonymousMarch 19, 2015 at 8:14 PM

    Simply gorgeous photos! Thanks for linking up with us this week! :)

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  65. eileeninmdMarch 20, 2015 at 3:54 PM

    Great shots and cute kitties! Thank you for linking up, sorry I am late commenting!

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  66. Michael OrobonaMarch 21, 2015 at 5:58 AM

    Reminds me of a trip to Italy and Greece with my son. I think he took pictures of every cat in the countries! This brings back those memories.

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  67. Amila @Leisure and meMarch 21, 2015 at 1:04 PM

    Aww...they are so cute...

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  68. Deb Barnes - Zee and ZoeyMarch 22, 2015 at 6:18 AM

    Such beautiful character in those photos...

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  69. Chrys FeyMarch 24, 2015 at 10:05 AM

    Those kitties are beautiful! I like the one with a couple of orange spots on its head. :)

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