Its colours are the honey-gold of the beaches, the intense, almost luminous green of the plantations, and the purple-blue hills in the distance. Warm, open and relaxed, its culture is a cocktail of Buddhist, Hindu, Christian and Muslim influences.
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Sinhala
GMT +05:30
10%
December - April
Hello / goodbye – Ayubowan
Thank you (very much) – (Bohoma) isthuthi
Please – Karunakerara
My name is…. – Mage nama….
How much? – Keeyada?
December/ January
27°C on average
April
32°C on average
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Sri Lanka is a tear-shaped island in the Indian Ocean a short hop from southern India but with its own distinct culture. It is best known for its tea plantations, sandy coastline, flora and fauna, delicious food, slow pace of life and relaxed atmosphere.
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View TRIP +Sri Lanka may be best known for its sandy coastline and tea plantations, but the spectacular interior offers incredible peace with a focus on Wellness away from the hubbub of everyday life.
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