Sri Lanka - Grand Format

Marvel at Dambulla's "Caves of Infinite Buddhas". Relax on the surf-lapped beaches of Arugam Bay. Join the nocturnal pilgrimage to Adam's Peak, Sri Lanka's holiest mountain. Enjoy year-round elephant viewing at Udawalawe National Park. Admire Anuradhapura's colossal, 2,000-year-old domed dagobas. Learn about Sri Lanka's diverse fauna with our illustrated wildlife chapter. Swathed in lush rainforest, rice paddies and tea plantations, Sri Lanka is a tropical island gem that captivates visitors with its idyllic beaches, abundant wildlife, verdant hill country and wealth of ancient Buddhist and Hindu architecture.
Explore the jungle-shrouded ruins of Polonnaruwa, join pilgrims at Kandy's sacred Temple of the Tooth, or stroll through bustling street markets in cosmopolitan capital Colombo. Spot rare endemic birds in Sinharaja Forest Reserve, or take a jeep safari in search of leopards in Yala National Park. Vastly expanded and fully updated by expert author Philip Briggs, this sixth edition is the most comprehensive guide to Sri Lanka available, combining detailed practical advice with in-depth background and cultural information - an invaluable companion for an unforgettable trip.