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Popular Cities in Sri Lanka Colombo Western Province, Sri Lanka  KandyCentral Province, Sri Lanka Galle Southern Province, Sri Lanka  NegomboWestern Province, Sri Lanka

JANUARY Galle Literary Festival Set in and around the historic city of Galle, a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Galle Literary Festival is a major event in Sri Lanka. The program boasts over 70 events. By day visitors can find: panel discussions, debates, book launches, poetry slams, literary lunches and dinners, film evenings, seminars, and

Sri Lanka is known to offer incredible holiday experiences that make people come back again for more. Vibrant nature, timeless ruins, cheap to luxurious accommodations, delicious food and welcoming people are only a few of the things you can expect from your visit to Sri Lanka. Don’t be distracted by the island’s small size. This

CURRENCY NOTES OF SRI LANKA Name of The Currency: Rupees (Rs) – Central Bank of Sri Lanka How to make sure your currency notes are genuine ? 1. Feel the texture of the special currency note paper.2. Check the following security features. A. Watermark: Each currency note depicts a different bird as the wallimark, which

Passports You must have your passport with you at all times in Sri Lanka. Before leaving home, check that it will be valid for at least six months after you plan to leave Sri Lanka. Visas Transit visas good for 48 hours are free. Thirty-day visitor visas cost US$25 to US$100, depending on your nationality.

Sigiriya Sri Lanka’s crown jewel, Sigiriya Rock, soars 349 meters above the landscape. Nicknamed the “Eighth Wonder of the World,” this ancient fortress dates back to the 5th century when King Kashyapa I perched his palace on its peak. Climb the steps guarded by sculpted lion paws and explore the ruins of the palace and

Best Time Sri Lanka, a compact island nation, packs a surprising punch when it comes to weather diversity. The key to unlocking its perfect weather lies in the monsoon seasons. Head to the cultural triangle, south, or west coast for sunshine and warmth between December and April. For the east coast, May to October offers