Fall in love with SriLanka
Tea plantations and waterfalls, tropical beaches, awe-inspiring fauna, historical landmarks and temples are all on the itinerary. Sri Lanka feels like a jumble of cultures, religions, landscapes, weather, and cuisines rolled into one. As a result, travellers can see an astounding variety of scenery in a short period of time. Dusty plains, lush tropical mountain ranges, exquisite coastlines, spectacular bushlands, and vibrant towns are all part of your journey. This country’s endless kindness, as well as its friendly people, should not be missed.
Do’s
- Do take the train: Don’t miss out on this opportunity while visiting Sri Lanka. Take the train to the country hill and marvel at its majesty. It is a popular destination for hikers and trekkers due to its extensive hiking opportunities.
- Do cover up when required & dress appropriately: Sri Lankans are extremely warm and accommodating to foreign visitors. However, it is a conservative country, you will be required to dress conservatively in public and religious places.
- Do carry sunscreen: You won’t be able to put this off till you get in Sri Lanka. Because the locals do not use sunscreen, shops do not stock it.
- Do respect their culture: Always remove your shoes before entering a temple, and never touch a monk’s head or any other part of their body. Monks are not to be touched by women in particular. This is one of the few customs that Sri Lankans adhere to religiously.
Dont’s
- Don’t ride Elephants: Elephants are “broken” in a variety of brutal ways in order to train them to enable riders to ride on their backs, and many are malnourished and chained. Elephant riding camps can be found in and around Sigiriya, central Sri Lanka, with elephants slowly dragging their legs and ferrying selfie-stick-wielding tourists around town.
- Do not take pictures without permission: Many nationalities would be offended by disrespectful, camera-wielding tourists invading their space with a lens, and this restriction isn’t only limited to Sri Lanka. Most people will be more than eager to have their portrait taken if you ask respectfully and at an acceptable time. It’s good to share the experience with your model and show her the photo you took.
- Don’t take selfie with Buddha: In Sri Lanka, having a photo taken with your back to Buddha is regarded exceedingly disrespectful, so leave the selfie stick at home and pay your respects to Sri Lanka’s holiest figure face to face. In several temples and cultural places, photography is prohibited in some sections. Please follow your guide’s directions and be aware of any potential dangers.
- Don’t forget to pack insect repellent: Sri Lanka is a tropical country with a hot and humid atmosphere that attracts a wide variety of insects, including those that have a liking for travellers! Wear long pants and long sleeves in the nights, avoid wearing perfume, and order a G&T at the bar to avoid being bitten.
