Sri Lanka can be best described as south Asia in miniature form, filled with beaches, elephants, tea plantations, curries, sacred rituals, colourful ceremonies, and most of all, warmly welcoming people. Hailed as the “Pearl of the Indian Ocean” and the ...

Before setting off to Sri Lanka, many travelers encounter unexpected surprises. This video shares twelve useful tips and considerations that can help make your visit smoother and more enjoyable. Whether you're interested in local customs or travel logistics,

Between Sri Lanka’s eight UNESCO world heritage sites, its thriving wildlife, and pristine white sand beaches, the “Pearl of the Indian Ocean” has enough glimmer for everyone—and now, visiting the South Asia island nation, located off the coast of ...

Sri Lanka is home to eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites, some of Asia's best wildlife parks, scenic train journeys and a food culture that keeps visitors coming back for more.

How to spend 12 days in Sri Lanka - The tropical island paradise is overwhelmingly beautiful. Colombo-based travel writer Lydia Swinscoe shares how to make the most of it

Travellers to Sri Lanka will no longer be able to obtain a tourist visa on arrival at the airport from October 15 and holidaymakers are being told to apply for their visa online before travelling. "Effective October 15, 2025, all foreign nationals ...

For centuries, Sri Lanka has been popular with foreign travelers. Around 300BC, at the time of Alexander the Great, the ancient Greeks called the island Palaesimoundu, meaning 'beyond the sea,' and wrote of its mythical treasures. Chinese Buddhist monk Fa ...

Thailand, Malaysia, China – and now Sri Lanka – are catching on: relaxing travel rules boosts tourism. With Sri Lanka eyeing a jump from 1.49 million visitors last year to 2.5 million this year, easing entry is their big play. Sri Lanka is set to ...

Cyclone Ditwah has caused widespread devastation in Sri Lanka, leading to at least 366 fatalities and catastrophic flooding. The country has faced severe weather conditions since last week, after heavy downpours destroyed homes and triggered landslides on ...

Sri Lanka is an enigma. A little bit of India, a splash of the Maldives and a hint of Bali, the country retains a distinct personality all its own, discernible only in its startlingly diverse corners. Situated off the coast of India, this West Virginia ...