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Sir Lanka Getting around the Island
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Although Sri Lanka is small in size
travelling around the island can be frustrating and time
consuming. The country’s narrow roads, congested with
pedestrians, cyclists and trishaws make travelling
difficult. However, once you leave the hustle and bustle of
Colombo, you can enjoy many scenic drives around the coastal
line or in the hill country. Sri Lanka is beautiful and even
though small in size offers visitors many travel options.
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Air |
The major domestic airport is Ratmalana at Colombo. There
are daily flights to Jaffna and Trincomalee by Aero Lanka
and Expo Aviation
Charter flights can be arranged by plane, or by helicopter
with Deccan Helicopters
Departure Tax is included in the fare. Visitors can fly to
Adam’s Peak, Galle Fort, Sigiriya and to the Golf Courses.
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Rail |
Trains connect Colombo with all tourist towns, but
first-class carriages, air conditioning and dining cars are
available on only a few. New fast services operate on the
principal routes, including an intercity express service
between Colombo and Kandy, otherwise journeys are fairly
leisurely.
The Viceroy Express is the only passenger steam train still
in operation in Sri Lanka. Every journey is hauled by a
vintage, British locomotive, at least 50 years old.
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Road |
Traffic drives on the left. Flashing lights mean that the
driver is asserting right of way. Avoid remote areas and
travelling at night.
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