Key Points
Separated from India by the Palk Strait, Sri Lanka, formerly known as Ceylon (ancient Greek geographers called it Taprobane..
Known for its rolling tea estates, historical ruins, silken beaches, a lavish culinary spread and its ancient connection with the epic Ramayana, Sri Lanka is just a hop, skip, jump from India, And extremely affordable.s)..
Must-see/do: Udawalawe National Park to see elephants, Explore ancient wonders in Anuradhapura, Visit a tea empire in Nuwara Eliya, Spot leopards in Sri Lanka's national parks, Dondra Head to see whales (January to April), Explore Kandy, famous for a Buddha relic, Visit the walled city of Galle known for its colonial charm, Experience Tamil culture in Jaffna, Picnic in Viharamadevi Park, Explore the rock fortress of Sigiriya, Adams Peak..
Sri Lankan hoppers: Made with a fermented batter of rice flour and coconut milk, hoppers are also known as appa or appam..
Air Taxis: The Sri Lankan Airlines Air Taxi Service offers a quick journey across the island to most of the popular destinations..
