Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Sri Lanka.Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from reef diving and snorkelling around Pigeon Island, to experiencing Sri Lanka's most iconic train ride through scenic tea plantations, and spotting leopards and sloth bears in the crowd-free Kumana National Park.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Sri Lanka travel guide:Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsUpdated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate Sri Lanka and connect experiences together with easeCreate your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passionsGet fresh takes on must-visit sights including Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque, Beddagana Wetland Park, Sacred City of Kandy, and moreSpecial features on Colombo walking tour; choosing your best surf spot; and Sri Lankan literature guideExpert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and moreEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travelConnect with Sri Lankan culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions Inspiring full-colour travel photography and mapsCovers: Colombo; The West Coast; The South; The Hill Country; The Ancient Cities; The East; Jaffna & Mannar Island Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Sri Lanka. Read more

Are you excited about planning your next trip? Do you want to try something new while traveling? Would you like some guidance from a local? If you answered yes to any of these questions then this book is just for you.Greater Than a Tourist: Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka by Shewmay Chang offers the inside scoop on Colombo. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there's nothing wrong with that, as a part of the Greater than a Tourist series, this book will give you tips and a bunch of ideas from someone who lives at your next travel destination.You'll discover local advice that will help you throughout your stay. Greater Than a Tourist is a series of travel books by locals. Travel like a local. Get the inside scoop. Slow down, stay in one place, take your time, get to know the people and the culture of a place. Try some things off the beaten path with guidance. Patronize local business and vendors when you travel. Be willing to try something new, and have the travel experience of a lifetime.By the time you finish this book, you will be excited to travel to your next destination. So grab your copy today. You'll be glad you did. Read more

Lonely Planet's Sri Lankais your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Laze on a gorgeous beach, surf at Arugam Bay, and watch for whales at Marissa; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Sri Lanka and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's Sri LankaTravel Guide:Up-to-date information - all businesses were rechecked before publication to ensure they are still open after 2020’s COVID-19 outbreakNEW pull-out, passport-size 'Just Landed' card with wi-fi, ATM and transport info - all you need for a smooth journey from airport to hotelPlanning tools for family travellers - where to go, how to save money, plus fun stuff just for kidsWhat's New feature taps into cultural trends and helps you find fresh ideas and cool new areas our writers have uncoveredNEW Accommodation feature gathers all the information you need to plan your accommodationColour maps and images throughoutHighlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interestsInsider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spotsEssential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, pricesHonest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks missCultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, politicsOver 55 maps Covers Colombo, the West, the South, Nala National Park, hill country, ancient cities, the East, Jaffna & the North and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Sri Lanka, our most comprehensive guide to Sri Lanka, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day.  'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' – New York Times 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' – Fairfax Media (Australia) Read more

This Sri Lanka guidebook is perfect for independent travellers planning a longer trip. It features all of the must-see sights and a wide range of off-the-beaten-track places. It also provides detailed practical information on preparing for a trip and what to do on the ground. And this Sri Lanka travel guidebook is printed on paper from responsible sources, and verified to meet the FSC’s strict environmental and social standards.This Sri Lanka guidebook covers: Colombo and the west coast, the south, Kandy and the hill country, the Cultural Triangle, the east, Jaffna and the north.Inside this Sri Lanka travel book, you’ll find:A wide range of sights – Rough Guides experts have hand-picked places for travellers with different needs and desires: off-the-beaten-track adventures, family activities or chilled-out breaksItinerary examples – created for different time frames or types of tripPractical information – how to get to Sri Lanka, all about public transport, food and drink, shopping, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, tips for travellers with disabilities and moreAuthor picks and things not to miss in - Sri Lanka– Cricket, Adam's Peak, Big Buddhas, Galle, Yala National Park, World's End, rice & curry, birds, Kataragama, Anuradhapura, Bawa hotels, Sigiriya, Ella, The Pettah, whale and dolphin-watching, Polonnaruwa, Bentota, Kandy Esala Perahera, Sinharaja, Ayurveda, Arugam Bay, Kandyan dancing and drumming, Dambulla, Mirissa, KandyInsider recommendations – tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money, and find the best local spotsWhen to go to Sri Lanka – high season, low season, climate information and festivals Where to go – a clear introduction to Sri Lanka with key places and a handy overview Extensive coverage of regions, places and experiences – regional highlights, sights and places for different types of travellers, with experiences matching different needsPlaces to eat, drink and stay – hand-picked restaurants, cafes, bars and hotelsPractical info at each site – hours of operation, websites, transit tips, chargesColour-coded mapping – with keys and legends listing sites categorised as highlights, eating, accommodation, shopping, drinking and nightlifeBackground information for connoisseurs – history, culture, art, architecture, film, books, religion, diversityEssential Sinhala and Tamil dictionary and glossary of local terms Free download of the eBook – available after purchase of the printed guidebook to Sri LankaFully updated post-COVID-19The guide provides a comprehensive and rich selection of places to see and things to do in Sri Lanka, as well as great planning tools. It’s the perfect companion, both ahead of your trip and on the ground. ― This Sri Lanka guidebook is perfect for independent travellers planning a longer trip. It feature Read more

Visit Sri Lanka and be home by bedtime!Discover the magic, culture, and beauty of Sri Lanka in this one-of-a-kind children's alphabet book.A perfect travel book for children, each page highlights a vocabulary word like Buddha, jackfruit, monsoon, and yoga. Take your kids around the world while they learn their ABCs!A portion of all proceeds are donated to the Mallavi Central College to support the education of Sri Lankan girls. Read more

Here presenting you a photobook for travel lovers:A Trip To Sri Lanka Photography Book featuring +30 high-resolution pictures, surely keep you engaged within first few pages!Features and details:◼ High-resolution photographs◼ Including colorful, fascinating and highly detailed pictures on each page.◼ Compact size: 8.5 x 11 inches, very convenient size for carrying and flipping through pages.◼ Perfect gift for your loved ones; ideal present to give on the occasion of Christmas, New Year, Birthday, Thanksgiving, etc.Why still hesitate? Go get this book now and enjoy funny pictures that you won't want to miss! Read more

Growing is a portrait of a young man sent straight out from university to help govern Ceylon. It is doubtful that any Empire at any time has been served by such an intelligent, dutiful, hardworking and incorruptible civil servant as the young Leonard Wool Read more

Sri Lanka is the latest addition to Michelin's Road & Tourist Map series. The map includes an index of place names, city insets of Colombo and Kandy and includes National Parks and Tourist Sites. The Scale is 1:420,000 (1 cm = 4.2 km or 1 inch = 6.63 miles) Read more

Over 300 high-quality photographs from Sri Lanka’s top nature photographers are accompanied by detailed species descriptions, which include nomenclature, size, distribution, habitat, and viewing tips. The user-friendly introduction covers climatic zones, topography, top wildlife sites, night safaris, and where to watch marine mammals. Also included is an all-important checklist of all of the mammals of Sri Lanka encompassing, for each species, its common and scientific names. Read more

Lonely Planet's Sinhala Phrasebook and Dictionary is your handy passport to culturally enriching travels with the most relevant and useful Sinhalese phrases and vocabulary for all your travel needs. Ask for recommendations of tucked-away beaches, bargain at a vegetable market, and mingle at local cricket match; all with your trusted travel companion.Get More From Your Trip with Easy-to-Find Phrases for Every Travel Situation!Feel at ease with essential tips on culture, manners, idioms and multiple meaningsOrder with confidence, explain food allergies, and try new foods with the menu decoderSave time and hassles with vital phrases at your fingertipsNever get stuck for words with the 3500-word two-way, quick-reference dictionaryBe prepared for both common and emergency travel situations with practical phrases and terminologyMeet friends with conversation starter phrasesGet your message across with easy-to-use pronunciation guidesInside Lonely Planet's Sinhala Phrasebook and Dictionary:Full-colour throughoutUser-friendly layout organised by travel scenario categoriesSurvival phrases inside front cover for at-a-glance, on-the-fly cuesConvenient features5 Phrases to Learn Before You Go10 Ways to Start a Sentence10 Phrases to Sound like a LocalListen For - phrases you may hearLook For - phrases you may see on signsShortcuts - easy-to-remember alternatives to the full phrasesQandA - suggested answers to questions askedCoversBasics - time, dates, numbers, amounts, pronunciation, reading tips, grammar rulesPractical - travel with kids, disabled travellers, sightseeing, business, banking, post office, internet, phones, repairs, bargaining, accommodation, directions, border crossing, transportSocial - meeting people, interests, feelings, opinions, going out, romance, culture, activities, weatherSafe Travel - emergencies, police, doctor, chemist, dentist, symptoms, conditionsFood - ordering, at the market, at the bar, dishes, ingredientsThe Perfect Choice:Lonely Planet's Sinhala Phrasebook and Dictionary, a pocket-sized comprehensive language guide, provides on-the-go language assistance; great for language students and travellers looking to interact with locals and immerse themselves in local culture.About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day.'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' New York Times'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' Fairfax Media (Australia) Read more

Discover the delicious flavors of Sri Lanka with the "Traditional Sri Lankan Cookbook." Inside, you'll find 50 authentic recipes that capture the unique tastes of Sri Lankan food.From tasty rice and curry dishes to yummy seafood and desserts, this cookbook has it all. Learn how to make favorites like Fish Ambul Thiyal, Chicken Biryani, Kottu Roti, and Watalappam.With easy instructions and helpful tips, this cookbook is great for beginners and experienced cooks. Enjoy the flavors of Sri Lanka in your own kitchen!Get your copy of the "Traditional Sri Lankan Cookbook" today and start cooking tasty Sri Lankan dishes at home! Read more

This Sri lanka Word Search Book is ideal to Learn with fun On Cities, Famous Place and Monuments, Nature, Wildlife and Animals, Culture and Heritage, Sri Lankan Terms and Vocabulary.He contains 40 Puzzles:- 20 puzzles of word searches- 20 puzzles of word scramble- Solution included- More than 300 words to find- Large Print Big CharacterThis word search book is perfect for Adults, Kids and Seniors. Read more

Revealing the Asia of forty years ago, the personal journal of the renowned mythologist shows his many facets--archaeologist, scholar, ambassador, adventurer, and observer. From the author of The Power of Myth and Acts of God. Read more

The Little Globetrotters series provides our curious little ones with simple and basic facts about countries, cultures and people. SRI LANKA is narrated by a little boy named Heshan, who shares fun and interesting insights about his beloved country and people. Keeping young children in mind, the paragraphs are kept short, and the information is presented in a way that is easy to understand. It also showcases beautiful hand-drawn illustrations to keep them captivated.This book will help your child:learn about the capital cityexplore famous landmarksunderstand celebrations/festivalsdiscover fun things to dostudy wildlifeBy engaging children with information on culture and diversity, we are not only developing a brighter generation but also equipping them with knowledge on how to RESPECT, UNDERSTAND & APPRECIATE different people from all over the world.Hope you enjoy this book and spread the love! Read more

Sri Lanka seemed like a version of paradise to Razeen Sally as a child, but conflict was soon to follow, tearing the family apart and severing their bond with Sri Lanka.Return to Sri Lanka is the story of a twenty-first-century reconciliation between Sally, now an academic and political adviser, and the land of his birth. A travel memoir with deep political concerns, Return to Sri Lanka is a book full of spellbinding beauty and moving insight, from a writer who is a native, a tourist, both and neither. Read more

Known as the pearl of the Indian Ocean, this resource-rich, lovely island just off the southern tip of India is full of contrast and diversity. Despite the lingering tension between the different religious and ethnic groups in the wake of a bloody civil war, and the glaring inequality between the wealthy elite and rural villagers, all Sri Lankans share a great respect for family, home, and friendship, and pride in their beautiful country. In return, politeness, respect, and a genuine attempt to understand their culture, and acceptance of their relaxed pace of life, are key to gaining their acceptance. Whether visiting for business or for pleasure, Culture Smart! Sri Lanka is the ideal travel companion. By offering insights into Sri Lankan daily life, at home and in the workplace, and describing what Sri Lankans enjoy and how they interact socially, this volume will greatly enrich any experience among this resilient, welcoming people. Read more

Whether you want to get cultural in Kandy, try your hand at surfing in Arugam or sample the very best cuisine across the island, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that Sri Lanka has to offer.Sri Lanka is simply stunning. Its landscapes range from humid rainforests to sandy beaches, soaring peaks to tea-planted valleys. The island’s urban environments are similarly diverse. There’s Colombo, the cosmopolitan capital; traditional Kandy, which is home to the Temple of the Tooth; and picture-perfect Galle, with its imposing Dutch fort. And if that wasn’t enough to entice you to visit, there’s the food – crunchy hoppers, steaming samosas and comforting curries. Our updated 2023 guide brings Sri Lanka to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations which place you inside the country's iconic buildings and neighbourhoods. DK Eyewitness Sri Lanka is your ticket to the trip of a lifetime. Inside DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness Sri Lanka you will find: - A fully-illustrated top experiences guide: our expert pick of Sri Lanka’s must-sees and hidden gems.- Accessible itineraries to make the most out of each and every day.- Expert advice: honest recommendations for getting around safely, when to visit each sight, what to do before you visit, and how to save time and money.- Colour-coded chapters to every part of Sri Lanka, from Colombo to Kandy, the Hill Country to Jaffna.- Practical tips: the best places to eat, drink, shop and stay.- Detailed maps and walks to help you navigate the region country easily and confidently.- Covers: Colombo; The West Coast; The South; Kandy and the Hill Country; The Cultural Triangle; The East Jaffna and the North.Also visiting India? Try our DK Eyewitness India.About DK Eyewitness: At DK Eyewitness, we believe in the power of discovery. We make it easy for you to explore your dream destinations. DK Eyewitness travel guides have been helping travellers to make the most of their breaks since 1993. Filled with expert advice, striking photography and detailed illustrations, our highly visual DK Eyewitness guides will get you closer to your next adventure. We publish guides to more than 200 destinations, from pocket-sized city guides to comprehensive country guides. Named Top Guidebook Series at the 2020 Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards, we know that wherever you go next, your DK Eyewitness travel guides are the perfect companion. Read more

In this “thrilling, seductive, and utterly absorbing” (Paula Hawkins, #1 New York Times bestselling author) historical suspense novel in the tradition of Agatha Christie’s Death on the Nile and Ruth Ware’s The Woman in Cabin 10, pre-war tension and forbidden romance abound, and not everyone will survive the journey…The ship has been like a world within itself, a vast floating city outside of normal rules. But the longer the journey continues, the more confined it is starting to feel, deck upon deck, passenger upon passenger, all of them churning around each other without anywhere to go... 1939: Europe is on the brink of war when young Lily Shepherd boards an ocean liner in England, bound for Australia. She is ready to start anew, leaving behind the shadows of her past. The passage proves magical, complete with live music, cocktails, and fancy-dress balls. With stops at exotic locations along the way—Naples, Cairo, Ceylon—the voyage shows Lily places she’s only ever dreamed of and enables her to make friends with those above her social station, people who would not ordinarily mingle with her. She even allows herself to hope that a man she couldn’t possibly have a future with outside the cocoon of the ship might return her feelings. But Lily soon realizes that she’s not the only one hiding secrets. Her newfound friends—the toxic wealthy couple Eliza and Max; Cambridge graduate Edward; Jewish refugee Maria; fascist George—are also running away from their pasts. As the glamour of the voyage fades, the stage is set for something sinister to occur. By the time the ship docks, two passengers are dead, war has been declared, and Lily’s life is irrevocably changed. “A vividly descriptive ride” (Marie Claire) with a “jaw-dropping ending” (RT Book Reviews, Top Pick), Dangerous Crossing is a transporting and “gorgeously atmospheric” (Ruth Ware, New York Times bestselling author) story for the ages. Read more

This compact, pocket-sized Sri Lanka travel guidebook is ideal for travellers on shorter trips, who want to make sure they experience the destination's highlights and really get a flavour of the place. It includes ready-made walking and driving itineraries, with detailed directions, that allow you to organise your visit to Sri Lanka without losing time planning. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.In this Sri Lanka travel book, you will find:12 ready-made walks and tours – easy-to-follow walking and driving trip plans featuring the best places to visit, as well as what to do and where to eat along the wayItinerary details – each walk or tour starts with pointers on the time taken, distance covered and how to connect it with other itineraries in the bookBest walks and tours in Sri Lanka for ancient temples, animal lovers, beaches, botanical gardens, colonial architecture, hottest curries, mountain views, tea trekkingCurated recommendations of places – the walks and tours feature all the main attractions and off-the-beaten-track adventures, as well as child-friendly family activities and chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areasInsider recommendations – tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money, and find the best local spotsHistorical and cultural insights – thematic features highlight Sri Lanka's unique life and cultureUnique hotel, restaurant and nightlife listings – curated details of where to stay, eat and go out, whatever your interest, for a range of budgetsPractical information - how to get there, how to get around and an A–Z of essential detailsHandy mapping – practical maps for each walk and tour, with clearly numbered sightsFree download of the eBook – available after the purchase of the printed guidebookCoverage includes: Colombo Fort and Pettah, Modern Colombo, Negombo via the Wetlands, Kandy and around, Hill Country, Haputale and Ella, Sigiriya and Anuradhapura, Minneriya and Polonnaruwa, Galle Fort, Tangalla, Yala National Park, Arugam Bay to Kumana Read more

Lonely PlanetSri Lankais your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Laze on a pristine, undiscovered beach, wander lost cities and ancient ruins, or hit the markets for a rainbow of exotic fruits and rich spices -all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Sri Lankaand begin your journey now! Inside Lonely PlanetSri Lanka Travel Guide:Full-colour maps and images throughout Highlightsand itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential infoat your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, culture, politics, religion, beaches, landscapes, wildlife, environmental issues, cuisine, tea, festivals, events. Over50colour mapsCovers Colombo, Galle, Kandy, Arugam Bay, Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Jaffna, Uda Walawe National Park, Bundala National Park, hill country, ancient cities, and moreThe Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Sri Lanka, our most comprehensive guide to Sri Lanka, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world's number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, 12 international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day. Lonely Planet enables the curious to experience the world fully and to truly get to the heart of the places they find themselves, near or far from home.TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016 winner in Favorite Travel Guide category 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' - New York Times 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves, it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' - Fairfax Media (Australia) Read more