Sri Lankan’s greatly value their culture and way of life. It is important that your presence does not challenge those cultural values. Here are a few rules every international traveler should know and follow.
- Dress Appropriately.
- Anything too revealing is considered inappropriate. This applies for Males and Females equally.
- Wearing swimwear to public places is now banned by law.
- Be Polite.
- You will be genuinely surprised how much good a simple smile can bring, over a wad of cash.
- Behave Yourself.
- Loudness is considered as extremely rude behavior.
- Reckless behavior can bring in trouble.
- You being on vacation does not give you the right to sabotage the peace of local people’s daily life, nor does you being a tourist pardon you from being responsible for your actions.
- No Smoking.
- Smoking is prohibited in all public places.
- Liquor & Beer.
- Businesses follow their own rules when it comes to liquor and beer on site. Remember to verify such information prior to checking-in.
- Consumption of liquor or beer in public locations is strictly prohibited.
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