What should I know about the local culture?
Are there any rules I should follow to be respectful around Sri Lankans?
Do people in Sri Lanka speak English?
What are the Sri Lankan people like?
The locals in Sri Lanka are very friendly and warm people. They’re happy to welcome tourists to their country! They would even wave at you and ask for a photo sometimes. I’s important to mention that Sri Lankans place great emphasis on politeness and manners, as exemplified by the fabulously courteous staff at top-end hotels – raising your voice in a dispute is usually counterproductive and makes you look foolish and ill-bred. Sri Lankans are also very proud of their country – “Sri Lanka good?” is one of the questions most commonly asked of visitors – and they tend to take a simple and unquestioning pride in their island, its national achievements and (especially) their cricket team.
What are the restrictions regarding alcohol consumption?
... However, it’s not prohibited to consume alcohol that you purchased prior to the Poya days …
I'm afraid of snakes. Are there any snakes in Sri Lanka? Can you find snakes in hotels?
... Sri Lanka has quite a lot of snakes but they usually keep out of open …
Is there a tea and coffee culture in Sri Lanka?
... After The Commons became popular, many more coffee houses were established around town.
What legal problems might I face in Sri Lanka as a foreigner?
... Just as Sri Lanka has a religious freedom law, it also has a law which …
What should I pack for my trip?
... You should definitely bring a sarong or a large, versatile scarf to Sri Lanka because …
