Sri Lanka exceeds all expectations for a country that was battered by a 30-year-long civil war by being one of the few nations with the warmest hospitality to its visitors. Here are some tips to help you enjoy the best of this country.
Travel by Train
Budget travellers would benefit from using this mode of transportation as it is the least expensive of its kind in Sri Lanka. But don’t forget to book tickets in advance as they tend to sell out fast during peak seasons.
Stick to Local Food
Local food is often delicious and healthy, and chances are you wouldn’t have come across authentic Sri Lankan food elsewhere in the world. However, if you’d prefer to sample food from back home, you can always do so at properties belonging to popular hotel brands the likes of Minor Hotels.
Wear Flip Flops for Cultural Tours
You might be more accustomed to wearing sneakers, but it’d be easier to wear flip flops when visiting temples and kovils. This is because you have to remove your footwear when entering these places of worship.
Take Insect Repellent and Sunscreen Wherever You Go!
It hardly comes as a surprise that sunshine follows you wherever you go in Sri Lanka – a tropical nation. And as the night nears, some areas might expose you to mosquitoes. So, make sure you have easy access to sunscreen and insect repellents during your travels!
