Holidays in Sri Lanka are becoming increasingly popular and it's little wonder given the natural beauty of this lush island. Spectacular scenery and numerous excellent beaches make this an ideal location for a wonderful holiday. The weather is hot and sunny most of the year, with December to March being the driest season in the west and southern regions and May to September in the east. The cuisine on a Sri Lankan holiday is exciting and tasty, with plenty of spicy curries on offer.
Currency in Sri-Lanka
The unit of currency is the Sri Lanka Rupee (LKR), which is divided into 100 cents. Major credit cards are widely accepted, and travellers cheques in US Dollars are recommended. ATMs are becoming more common, but outside the main cities they are unlikely to accept international cards. Credit cards should be used with caution due to the potential for fraud. Foreign currency can be exchanged at bureaux de change, banks and hotels, but exchanging cash is more expensive than exchanging travellers cheques. Banks are closed on Sundays.
Holidays in Sri-Lanka
Sri Lanka holidays definitely have a great deal to offer, with great accommodation close to superb beaches. For the more energetic, there are all sorts of water sports available such as snorkelling and scuba diving and the waters are warm and clear. In cities such as Kandy the amazing history of Sri Lanka can be seen in temples such as the Dalada Maligawa.
Language in Sri Lanka
Most people speak Sinhala, which is the national and official language. Tamil is also spoken, and English is spoken at most tourist establishments.
Nightlife in Sri Lanka
A holiday in Sri Lanka offers many bars and nightclubs. Even though a lot of the nightlife takes place in the luxury hotels, there are also many other places throughout the rest of Sri Lanka which cater to those who enjoy a lively night and early morning!
