Sri Lanka Magazine

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THE WEATHER Great news - Sri Lanka is a year-round destination! The southwest experiences the brightest and driest days between December and March, while the eastern beaches welcome sunshine and calmer waters from May to August, perfect for a summer family getaway. Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle and tea country, located in the centre of the island, can be visited all year. THE FOOD Food is a big part of Sri Lankan culture, so make sure to get stuck in. Hoppers (bowl-shaped pancakes), kottu (chopped roti with shredded vegetables, meat, and spices), and polos (green jackfruit curry) are must try Sri Lankan dishes. The locals believe that you can’t properly enjoy the flavours and textures of food unless you eat with your fingers, so get ready to roll up your sleeves.

Sri Lanka has a thriving culture with a rich history and deeply ingrained traditions. Family values, festivals, hospitality, delicious cuisine, and even local arts and crafts are all influenced by not only Sri Lanka’s primary religion, Buddhism, but also Hinduism, Christianity, and Islam. Embark on a truly authentic experience and tuck into flavoursome curries and rice dishes, including kottu roti and lamprais, before exploring Kandy, Sri Lanka’s cultural capital. A proud centre of Theravada Buddhism, Kandy is home to an inspiring art scene, the Kadugannawa tea factory, and a World Heritage Site - The Temple of the Tooth. After a Sri Lanka tour, stay near one of the island’s stunning beaches. The best and perhaps quieter spots are peppered along the east coast. Trincomalee and Pasikudah have soft sand, calm waters, top diving spots, and a tranquil ambience. Or, if you opt for the southern coast’s beaches, look out for Sri Lanka’s stilt fishermen – an iconic symbol of this country’s coastal heritage.

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