Lonely Planet Experience Sri Lanka : Build a Trip to Remember | Local Insights | Maps & Planning Tools | Covers Colombo, The Hill Country, The Ancient Cities, Mannar Island and more - Marisa Megan Paska

Lonely Planet Experience Sri Lanka : Build a Trip to Remember | Local Insights | Maps & Planning Tools | Covers Colombo, The Hill Country, The Ancient Cities, Mannar Island and more - Marisa Megan Paska

Marisa Megan Paska

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Published 12 October 2026

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  • Pages · 266 pages
  • Publication Date · 12/10/2026
  • Genre · Travel & holiday guides
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This latest edition of Lonely Planet's Experience Sri Lanka travel guide reveals exciting new ways to explore this iconic country with all the tools you need to create your own unique trip. Discover amazing local experiences from feeling the air cool as you ride the historic rails into the hills from Colombo to Kandy; to losing the crowds at Kumana National Park to spot leopards and sloth bears; and gazing at the sublime, multicoloured Buddhist murals hidden in the rock caves of Dambulla. Build a one-of-a-kind trip with Lonely Planet's Experience Sri Lanka travel guide: Our Experience guidebook format is led by local experts who provide in-the-know tips so you can plan the ultimate 1-2 week adventureEasy-to-use regional and activity-based itineraries help you get off the beaten track and tailor a trip to your interestsInsider scoop on the best festivals, secret hangouts, hidden locations, tantalising local food scene and photo-worthy viewsVibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of Sri LankaConnect with local traditions and trends through fun insightsPractical information on money, getting around, unique places to stay and responsible travel, plus handy seasonal calendars on where to go, when to travel and what to packQR codes unlock extra digital content, know-how and travel secretsCovers: Colombo; The West Coast; The South; The Hill Country; The Ancient Cities; The East; Jaffna & Mannar Island Create your own dream travel itinerary and get away from the everyday with Lonely Planet's Experience Sri Lanka.

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