Sri Lanka (Lonely Planet Travel Survival Kit)

by John Noble (Editor), Tony Wheeler (Author), Susan Forsyth (Editor)

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  Paperback
  1993

  $3.50

  Lonely Planet's Travel Survival Kits cover one country, or a small group of countries, in depth, with travel and accommodation options to suit a range of budgets. These guides are designed to be easy to use, providing practical travel information in a lively, entertaining style. Features of this series include: cultural and historical background; detailed maps of cities, towns and rural areas; information on getting there and getting around; practical information on every aspect of travel; health and safety advice; information on local cuisine; advice on customs and etiquette; key words, phrases and basic grammar of local languages; and names of places, restaurants and hotels in foreign script where applicable. Sri Lanka is a beautiful and interesting place to visit, with its wildlife, seemingly endless beaches, ancient ruins and mysterious Kandyan dances. This edition of this Travel Survival Kit explores Sri Lanka in detail, for all styles of traveller.

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  Paperback
  2003

  $3.35

  43 maps, including a colour country map - top spots: romantic ruins, sun drenched beaches & jungle trails - full colour highlights section - special section on Sri Lankan cuisine - extensive, practical information about where to eat, sleep & play - Some of the main reasons visitors are attracted to Sri Lanka are the beaches (including surfing), culture, festivals and scenery. - Muslim traders knew of Sri Lanka as Serendib, from which was derived the word 'serendlpity' - making a happy and unexpected discovery by accident. - The jackfruit tree, common in Sri Lanka, bears fruit up to 30kg - the world's largest fruit.