Sri Lanka Handbook

Sri Lanka has a 1600km-long coastline of fine sandy beaches, coral reefs and lagoons. Its interior offers more: Kandy, home of the Temple of the Buddha's tooth relic and the gateway to the higher hills and tea plantations; the Horton plains, a high altitude wilderness; and the cultural triangle of Anauradhapura, Polonnaruwa and Sigiriya at the heart of Sri Lanka's history. This updated second edition provides detailed information on: Sri Lanka's history, culture and religions, and its many festivals; how to get about by bus, car and train; the highlights and the sights off the beaten track; and where to stay and where to eat.