Sri Lanka Travel Guides

Sri Lanka is a small island with an impressive sense of variety, bringing together ancient heritage, tropical scenery, wildlife, beaches and hill country landscapes in one destination. Its history and culture are woven through sacred temples, old cities, colonial towns and rural villages, while its natural beauty ranges from palm-fringed coastlines to misty tea-growing hills and national parks.

It is the kind of place where a holiday can feel both relaxing and full of discovery, with time to enjoy the coast as well as explore the island’s cultural and scenic highlights. Use our travel guides to discover more of what makes a holiday in Sri Lanka so rewarding, from memorable landmarks and landscapes to the places that give the island its distinctive character.

What to wear in Sri Lanka

Each tourist who visits Sri Lanka will have their own ‘capsule wardrobe’ with them for everyday wear whilst on vacation. But it’s how you wear these basic pieces and how you accessorise them that will set you apart from your fellow travellers.

Best beaches in Sri Lanka

For such a small island the variety and availability of beaches is fantastic. In fact, there are so many it can be a little difficult to choose, so we thought it was a good time to take a look at the best beaches in Sri Lanka.

A brief history of Sri Lanka

A mysterious sunken land, a King with lion paws and the legend of Buddha’s footprint- the history of Sri Lanka is filled with secrets and controversy, making it the perfect place to start an adventure.

Tipping in Sri Lanka

Sri Lankans are used to a tipping culture and would expect to receive a tip in normal circumstances but don’t feel obliged to tip if you receive bad service. With wages being low in comparison to Western standards, a tip can go a long way.

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