Women are forbidden to touch or be seated beside a Buddhist monk. If they are required to pass an object to a monk, it is best to pass it through another male or to hold the object with a tissue. This is generally to avoid developing a craving or attachment to women.
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Flowers are generally not given as gifts, but rather are reserved for times of mourning or for other events such as weddings or religious festivities.
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Black and white are colours reserved for funerals and mourning. Avoid wrapping gifts in these colours.
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Don't wear any clothing that features Buddha or any other deity. It is considered disrespectful and insensitive, and could incur the wrath of authorities. If you have a tattoo of the Buddha, keep it covered.
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Public displays of affection (PDA), such as kissing and/or hugging, may be frowned upon. In Sri Lanka, PDA is considered to be private behavior. Holding hands and affection between parents and their children are allowed.
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Please be cautious when buying food from the streets. Always check the surroundings of the shops where you are willing to buy food. Most of the hotels and restaurants are clean but concern when purchasing from outdoor areas. The other important thing is to drink water from sealed bottles
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Don't share your personal details with strangers. Also, check your personal stuff all the time you travel. Give special attention to credit cards and use card payments all the time and carry less cash
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Don't travel much by public bus as they are crowded. Therefore you can feel tired and uncomfortable.
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Some temples prohibit photography. Avoid taking photos inside shopping malls and inside tea factories (outside is okay). Be especially careful in Fort, Colombo (except when you're on the beach). If local soldiers are standing guard, put your camera away.
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Walking is safe and you can always enjoy the views while walking
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Poruwa, members from the groom’s side break a fresh coconut — signifying new beginnings. The moment the couple steps off from the elevated pavilion onto the ground teemed with drummers and dancers — is the moment they announce to the world as husband and wife.
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The train is the best transportation mode to enjoy the beautiful view of Sri Lanka. The train is less expensive and you can book trains before the journey. If your traveling the hill areas the train is the best option
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In Sri Lanka, gifts are usually given at birthdays and religious holidays, and are not usually expected to be lavish or expensive. Giving and receiving are traditionally done with two hands as a mark of respect.
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Sri Lankans, and especially the Sinhalese, believe that mothers-to-be experience a longing to eat certain kinds of foods, and that if these cravings are not satisfied, it would harm her health or the child she is carrying. This is known as dola-duka.
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Objects should be passed with the right hand or with both hands together. The left hand is considered to be reserved for cleaning.
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Sri Lanka is a country rich in natural resources, so it is known for its agricultural crops. There main meal is rice and curry and they have different varieties of curries that are unique to their country. Each curry has a unique taste so make sure to have a bowl of rice and curry when you arrive.
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Tuk-tuk drivers carry water in wine bottles. If you pay close attention on your tuk-tuk journeys, you'll notice that many tuk-tuk drivers have a bottle of wine, vodka or whisky that they sip from. Even the locals do it. But no, they are not drinking and driving! Apparently they keep water in bottle.
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Try to accept any refreshments offered, as refusing them is considered impolite
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Most Sri Lankan food is spicy and hot. As they add many natural ingredients to the food they are always healthy. Chilies, cinnamon, turmeric, coconut milk, salt, pepper, garlic, lemon, and onions are highly used as food flavors. Make sure to visit Sri Lanka village areas to get the real taste.
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