Sri Lanka Country Guide lonely planet Country Guide

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Sri Lanka. Discover Sri Lanka's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from taking a boat trip to Pigeon Island for some of the best snorkelling and reef diving around, to feeling the air cool as you ride the historic rails into the hills from Colombo to Kandy, and spotting leopards and sloth bears at Kumana National Park. Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Sri Lanka travel guide: Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips All-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Sri Lanka effortlessly Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more Vibrant photography and maps Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from the Downtown District, to the Sacred City of Kandy, and Sigiriya Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel Connect with Sri Lankan culturethrough stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions Covers: Colombo; The West Coast; The South; The Hill Country; The Ancient Cities; The East; Jaffna & Mannar Island Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Sri Lanka.