Sri Lanka is a mystery. A little bit of India, the splash of Maldives and the Bali flavor, the country retains a unique personality that can only be distinguished in the stunningly diverse corners.
This West Virginia-sized island is located on the coast of India and is surrounded by the Indian Ocean. Along the south coast, grab fresh coconuts and sit down while surfers glide in the waves of Weligama or Hiriketiya. In the East, as elephants step on vehicles and leopards, quietly awaiting the jungle in the jungle while in the safari in Yala National Park. In the center of the country, watch women crisscrossing tea terraces, pick leaves, and throw them into woven baskets in mountain rural cities like Ella or Nuwara Eliya. From safari driving to Buddhist temples to surf camps, there are endless adventures to fill your itinerary.
Given the large size of the island, the climate varies from region to region, and its high seasons vary accordingly. Most tourists attacked the southern half of the island (north of Sri Lanka is not as developed yet), which peaked from November to April.
Despite its peaceful nature, this tear-flowing island has considerable tragedy, including hundreds of years of colonization of Portugal, Dutch and English, long civil wars and devastating terrorist attacks. But its natural beauty, tempting culture and civic resilience make it one of the most ideal destinations for travelers in South Asia.
After a stopover at a Hong Kong or Middle East hub (usually Dubai, Doha or Abu Dhabi), visitors will usually land at Colombo Bandalanak International Airport before setting off to make a call for any corner of Sri Lanka. Most tourists, including Americans, need a 30-day tourist visa to visit; at least two weeks are allowed to process. Once all the Ts crossed, I dotted it, and travelers can visit the country in several different ways, including through a private driver, a taxi or a do-it-yourself Tuk-tuk. So pick up the poison, ride a bike to the jungle or the sea, avoid the horn-hooking bus, and squeeze the peacock.
