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Sri Lanka in All Its Splendor

Sri Lanka is a paradise on the ocean shore

The program and duration of the route depend on what kind of vacation you are used to. You can try custom tours to Sri Lanka, which include both active entertainment and relaxing beach time.

Amazing Facts about Sri Lanka

The more you learn about the culture and daily life of the locals, the better you can immerse yourself in the special Ceylonese atmosphere. For example, every guest of the island of Ceylon tries to visit a tea plantation. Over 12 months, more than 300 million kilograms of tea are harvested here, accounting for 10% of the world's production of this plant. Tourists can book an excursion to see with their own eyes how Ceylonese craftswomen pick tea leaves.

Many also strive to visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic – one of the most impressive shrines associated with Buddhism. There are lamps with coconut oil that emit a mesmerizing aroma. The temple houses the Sacred Tooth Relic of the Buddha, which is worshipped every year by all the people of Sri Lanka. This festival takes place in August, before the full moon.

If you come here in April, you can celebrate the New Year for the second time in six months. The date of the celebration changes each year and is determined by lunar cycles. And another important fact: if you thought that by going to Colombo you would arrive at the capital of Sri Lanka, you would be mistaken. Many locals haven't even heard of the capital, as it is not very remarkable. And it is called Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte.

Important: Due to a shortage of fresh water, locals try to conserve water, including when washing dishes. In cafes, plastic bags are placed on plates before food is put on them. If you see this, don't be shocked. It is normal practice in many establishments.

Sri Lanka attracts with: pristine nature; the mighty Indian Ocean; the star lotus (the symbolic flower of this island); coral reefs; coconut palms; cozy bungalows.

When going on vacation to Sri Lanka, think about what you want to see. Read blogs of experienced travelers, look at photos, check out offers from travel agencies, and do everything to ensure that your trip to Ceylon is associated only with positive moments.