Sri Lanka
Endless beaches, timeless ruins, welcoming people, oodles of elephants, rolling surf, cheap prices, fun trains, famous tea and flavourful food make Sri Lanka irresistible.
You might say Sri Lanka has been hiding in plain sight. Scores of travellers have passed overhead on their way to someplace else, but years of uncertainty kept Sri Lanka off many itineraries.Now, however, all that has changed. The country is moving forward quickly as more and more people discover its myriad charms. Lying between the more trodden parts of India and Southeast Asia, Sri Lanka's history, culture and natural beauty are undeniably alluring. It's the place you haven't been to yet, that you should.
When to visit
High Season (Dec–Mar)
The Hill Country plus west- and south-coast beaches are busiest – and driest.With beds in demand, prices peak.The Maha monsoon season (October to January) keeps the East, North and ancient cities wet.
Shoulder (Apr & Sep–Nov)
April and September offer the best odds for good weather countrywide.New Year’s celebrations in mid-April cause transport to fill beyond capacity.A good time to wander without a set schedule.
Low Season (May–Aug)
The Yala monsoon season (May to August) brings rain to the south and west coasts plus the Hill Country.The weather in the North and East is best.Prices nationwide are lowest.
Watch the amazing video that gives you a sneak preview of what Sri Lanka is all about.
**Video credits - Lonely Planet**