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13 July 2010

Interesting Facts About Sri Lanka

Sometimes the best things about going on holiday are finding out new things about countries you may never have been. When starting on Sri Lanka tour you are bound to learn a lot of new things because it's such an interesting and unusual place to visit.

Not many people are aware that Sri Lanka is the world's largest tea exporter. This means that you do not have to worry about finding a good cup of tea while Sri Lanka tour.

Sri Lankan flag is the only thing in the world to various religious groups to recognize. The yellow border and pipul leaves symbolize Buddhism, which is the largest religion in the country. Besides this green and saffron bands to the country's Muslim and Hindu Tamil community.

Something you may encounter with Sri Lanka travel funnels. This is a popular snack of Sri Lanka, which is beneficial to both residents and tourists. They look like pancakes and is usually served with egg or honey and yoghurt. The most common meal is a spicy curry served with rice and a small side dish of vegetables. If you do not like spicy food, there are also many milder curries available.

Another thing you might find in Sri Lanka trip is that people do not tend to say thanks. Instead, they laugh, they are not rude because it's just the way they do things. However, women should be careful not to smile too much in public because it is considered to flirt.

Something important to consider is that most people in the world nod their heads up and down means yes and move back and forth means no. That is exactly the opposite in Sri Lanka, try to remember that when we talk with the locals.

92 percent of the population in the country is literate which means that they contain the highest illiteracy throughout South Asia.

Sri Lanka travel has become more popular in recent years. It is no surprise when there is so much to learn about the country and with English becoming more widespread, it is much easier to detect and avoid. There is bound to something that appeals to everyone's taste, why it is a popular place to visit.

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