Lonely Planet Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is one of the world's greatest travel destinations. This comprehensive guide will help you find idyllic palm-fringed beaches, explore ancient cities, join in the fun at local festivals and organize an elephant to carry you through the jungle

The travel guide features:

• Coverage of Jaffna and the North, recently reopened to travelers
• The best accommodation options, from seaside shanties to opulent colonial mansion hotels
• Color highlights section to make trip planning easy
• Special section on Sri Lankan cuisine
• 46 maps, including a full color country map

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