Related Destinations:
India
Maldives
Seychelles
Singapore
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Marco Polo described the island of Sri Lanka as “the
finest in the world.” And now this land just off the
southeast tip of India, with its combination of beaches and
rolling hills, phenomenal historical destinations and multi-ethnic
cuisine – is remarkable. With the fortunate position
of being at peace once more, Sri Lanka has been granted certain
hope for the future of tourism, and is a perfect combination
with Maldives. The
hotel selection ranges from hospitable to extravagant. There
are few international chains, so most accommodations are
locally owned and locally run – meaning a more personalized
experience with sometimes more leisurely service. The dominant
religion is Roman Catholic, where a night with a full moon
is considered a holiday and no liquor is allowed! Buddhists
also make up a large percentage of the population, and their
authentic temples are spectacular. The wonderfully preserved
millennia-old ruins alone are worthy of a short visit if
time does not allow a longer excursion.
Wild elephant roam, and are
a natural and integral part of the labor force. Sri Lanka’s
diversity ranges from untouched rainforests to an internationally
renowned spice industry. This beautiful island nation is
fully open for business with welcoming smiles. |