Synopses & Reviews
Marco Polo thought Sri Lanka was the finest island of its size in all the world - and we agree. Explore the majestic ancient cities of Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa and Sigiriya. Stretch out on secluded palm-fringed beaches. Follow the glowing strings of lights on the pilgrim trail up Adam"s Peak. Ride through hillside tea plantations in a rattling train. This guide gives you the inside information on Sri Lanka"s richest experiences.
Get The Lowdown - our dedicated Snapshot, Culture and History chapters are your ticket to understanding local life.
Go On Safari - get up close to Sri Lanka"s birds, elephants and leopards: our detailed national parks information shows you how.
Don't Just Lie There - we tempt you off the beach with Sri Lanka"s best diving, hiking and surfing.
Know Your Kitul From Your Kiri Bath - our Food & Drink chapter will help you gobble your way through the island"s celebrated cuisine.
Find Your Way - easy-to-read maps show you where to go.
Review
'Lonely Planet, the intrepid traveler's bible...' --Los Angeles Times, April 2005
Synopsis
Lonely Planet knows Sri Lanka. With our 11th edition we help you board the train to the lush tea plantations of Ella, show you where the spotten leopards hide, lead you to Sigiriya's mysterious ancient ruins and when your adventuring is done, reveal the nation's most-secluded beaches.
Lonely Planet guides are written by experts who get to the heart of every destination they visit. This fully updated edition is packed with accurate, practical and honest advice, designed to give you the information you need to make the most of your trip.
In This Guide:
Complete national-parks table leads you to the best elephant-spotting
Detailed research on safe travel
Unique Green Index directs you to sustainable listings
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