The Rough Guide to Sri Lanka: Travel Guide with eBook by Rough Guides

The Rough Guide to Sri Lanka: Travel Guide with eBook by Rough Guides

Ideal for independent travellers, this guidebook to Sri Lanka, written by destination experts, combines must-see sights with hidden gems and offers essential tips for both planning and on-the-ground adventures. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.

Inside this Sri Lanka travel book, you'll find:

- Regional deep dive - coverage of key regions, offering a rich selection of places and experiences, and honest reviews of each one
- Itinerary samples - designed for various durations and interests
- Practical information - tips on how to get there and get around, use public transport, beat the crowds, save time and money, travel responsibly and more
- Expert recommendations - insider advice on where to eat, drink, and stay, alongside tips for nightlife and outdoor activities
- Seasonal tips - when to go to Sri Lanka, climate details, and festival highlights to plan your perfect trip
- Must-See pick - a curated selection of not-to-miss sights as chosen by our authors - Adam's Peak, big Buddhas, Galle, Yala National Park, World's End, rice and curry, bird-spotting, Kataragama, Anuradhapura, Bawa hotels, Sigiriya, Ella, the Pettah, whale and dolphin-watching, Polonnaruwa
- Navigational maps - colour-coded maps highlighting essential spots for dining, accommodation, shopping and entertainment
- Cultural insights - engaging stories delve into the local culture, history, arts and more, enriching your understanding of Sri Lanka
- Language essentials - a handy Sinhala, Tamil dictionary and glossary to help you communicate and connect with locals
- Inspiring travel photography - full-colour pictures capture the essence of Sri Lanka, bringing each location to life and fuelling your wanderlust
- Bonus eBook - Free download with purchase, offering digital access to our comprehensive guide
- Coverage includes: Colombo and the west coast, the south, Kandy and Hill Country, the Cultural Triangle, the east, Jaffna and the north

Expert authors who are passionate about both writing and travel write Rough Guides. They have in-depth knowledge of the regions they write about, having either visited widely or lived there, and it shows on every page. It's invaluable information, given with humour and insight and with the down-to-earth, honest tone that Rough Guides is known for. Samantha Cook was born in London and has spent her whole life there, with the exception of a few trips around the world. She is a coauthor of The Rough Guide to London and The Rough Guide to Vintage London, among others. Cook has been a part of the Rough Guides team for over ten years.