Kandy is known for its main attraction, the temple of tooth relic. Then there’s the cultural shows, and the botanical garden. Many visitors to Kandy aim to tick off those items and then walk away, mostly to Ella on the […]
Solo travel in Sri Lanka using public transport
Travelling through Sri Lanka using public transport has been discouraged in some major forums but in truth it could be fun if you do it right. If you know when to avoid public transport, what mode is better, and what […]
Cost of essential items in Sri Lanka – 2026 price guide
All prices are approximate and are in Sri Lankan Rupees (LKR). Updated in February 2026 with approximate prices in the market. Please note that these prices are valid only for the average common local food shops you find by the […]
Where to eat in Kandy – 2026 update
Kandy attracts thousands of tourists a year, and there are some great places to eat at, for a reasonable price. While there are famous merchants such as KFC, Pizza Hut, and Burger King, there are some other places you may […]
What are the most popular tourist attractions in Sri Lanka?
For a small island of its size, Sri Lanka has a very high number of attractions all over it. Both man-made and natural, these attractions tell the world the glory of a nation that has stood the test of time. […]
Is 2 weeks too long in Sri Lanka?
Sri Lanka is an island nation. Therefore you might think that 2 weeks is too long a time to spend in Sri Lanka. But what you must consider is that this island nation has a written history of over 2500 […]
Sri Lanka Tour: Frequently Asked Questions
If you are looking for the FAQs on our guided tours please take a look at this page too. We have answers below for some of the most frequently asked questions about holidaying in Sri Lanka. You might also be […]
Essential items to bring in when you visit Sri Lanka for 2 weeks
1. Ear Plugs Sri Lanka is a very noisy country especially the urban areas. Many of the private transport buses play their music at the loudest volume which is highly irritable and bad for health. There is no law affecting […]
5 Things to know before you visit Sri Lanka
In the paradise island everything will be perfect, but your experience will be better if you know the way the Sri Lankans think, talk, and do things. Here are five things you must know before you visit the country your […]
Where is Sri Lanka?
Sri Lanka is a small island of 65,610 km² in the Indian Ocean, located to the south of India. Ifyou look near the southern tip of India, you will find the paradise island surrounded by theocean. That is where it […]