This exotic island nation may have been forever altered by political unrest and natural disaster. It is often said of Sri Lanka that it is the size of Ireland and almost as often that its history is even bloodier than that other island's. Yet with the highest literacy rate in the region, generally high health standards, vast natural resources, and fairly evolved government conservation policies, there was reason then to buy into the belief that Sri Lanka was poised to become the next great destination.
Read the articleDestinations: Galle · Dambulla · Colombo · Kandy · Polonnaruwa
Themes: Adventure · Arts + Culture · Driving · Eco-Travel · Hotels + Resorts
Inspired by: Return to Sri Lanka — by Guy Trebay, Published Aug. 2006