White sand beaches, a vast and complex history, gorgeous mountains and delicious food: Sri Lanka truly does have it all. Once ravaged by war, it is now a thriving and vibrant country that rewards the traveller willing to head off the beaten path in search of adventure.
With tourism to this little slice of paradise increasing by the year, it remains somewhat of a hidden gem, but make no mistake: this is the perfect time to plan a visit, before the rest of the world heads there, too. Generally, the best time to visit is February and March.But what to do? It's impossible to tick off every tourist hotspot, especially if your holiday is being planned around work. However, there are some must-see places that should be on the list: here are our picks for what to see, where to stay and (most importantly) where to eat.
