Sri Lanka viewed as attractive destination among foreign tourists
VOV.VN - Sampling some of the island nation’s delicious food and enjoying the hospitality of local people are among the wonderful things that visitors can enjoy while travelling to Sri Lanka.
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| Travelers can enjoy reasonable prices for services throughout the country if they choose to pay a visit to Sri Lanka during the months of July and August that are not the peak tourism season. |
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| Sudden rain hitting the island of Sri Lanka excites tourists, especially children. |
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| August sees a large number of festivals held across the country. |
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| The Esala Perahera in Kandy is one of the oldest and grandest Buddhist festivals that takes place in Sri Lanka. The event features dancers, jugglers, musicians, fire-breathers, and, perhaps most exotically of all, lavishly decorated elephants. |
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| This year’s Esala Perahera festival took place from August 5-15. The occasion was marked by a variety of vibrant activities throughout its duration. |
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| A foreign family pose for a snap to capture a memory from their trip to Sri Lanka. |
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| In order to ensure the safety of foreign guests, security forces are always on hand. |
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| Many visitors note that local food such as curry and the warmth of local people are the best aspects of a visit to Sri Lanka. |
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| The island’s residents are renowned for being both friendly and open. |
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| Locals smile while waving to tourists. |
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| A street vendor on Kandy street assists a foreign tourist to tie up a cloth in a Sri Lankan style. |
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| A visit to Sri Lanka is not complete without sampling the delicious traditional food of the island. |
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| A daily meal for rice, fish, and vegetables |
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| Sri Lanka is also a popular choice as a religious tourist destination for many tourists. |
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| Jami UI-Alfar Mosque in the capital city of Colombo is a famous sightseeing spot. |
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| The Sri Muthumariamman Temple in Matale is situated in the central region of Sri Lanka. |
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| The beautiful Ridi Viharaya Temple |
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| The epic 200-metre-tall Lion Rock |
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| A couple from Spain note how impressed they are by the beauty of the country. |
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| The stunning view from the top of Lion Rock |
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| Visitors enjoy a tour around Minneriya National Park. |
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