The Rough Guide to Sri Lanka is the definitive guide to one of the worlds most beautiful islands. Features include a full-colour section introducing Sri Lankas highlights. Detailed accounts of all the sights, from the sedate tea plantations of the highlands to Colombos bustling street markets and the great Buddhist monuments of the Cultural Triangle. Candid reviews of all the best places to eat and stay, from laid-back beachside guesthouses to tranquil ayurveda resorts and elegant colonial-era hotels, plus informed coverage of Sri Lankas history, culture and religions, plus the lowdown on all the islands colourful festivals and maps for every region.