The island lives with its secular traditions which sometimes surprise and astonish, but which forge the identity of the country, and of these people so welcomingAnd we quickly enjoy discovering this destination with its indefinable charm and strong character. A look at the culture, habits and customs that must be respected in order to experience the magic of a trip to Sri Lanka.
Sri Lanka is a very rich country from a cultural point of view. It is through circuits combining its flagship cities that visitors can best immerse themselves in this exceptional culture.
Sri Lanka is a multicultural society, and the inhabitants are very tolerant towards the involuntary clumsiness of newcomers who do not yet know the local traditions at their fingertips.
However, a few simple rules must be respected, such as always staying properly dressed or giving or receiving with the right hand.In this country, it is not surprising to find a very intense degree of activity, both at the cultural level and in festive events.
The peak of the tourist season coincides with important events, such as the Galle Literary Festival which brings together Asian and European writers for five days, during the second half of January, an exceptional event that we highly recommend!
Very famous, this event attracts big names in literature from all over the world.
Rice and curry is the country’s national dish. It is a particularly spicy recipe that is always presented on the Sri Lankan table accompanied by several small dishes. The latter, concocted with love and passion, are seasoned with “sambol” (grated and spicy coconut), “Papadams” (cakes) and chutneys (spicy fruit jams). The national drink is of course tea. It is drunk very strong, very sweet, with or without milk. And believe us, Sri Lankan tea is unforgettable, an incomparable taste!!!
Sri Lankan traditions revolve around two dominant religions, Hinduism and Buddhism. Catholicism and Islam are also present there.
Sri Lankans advocate tolerance and it is not uncommon to see these four religions united on the same pilgrimage site. In this country located in the heart of Asia, it is customary to visit the temples, whatever they are, head and barefoot. Even visitors must comply.
The tradition is to buy flowers at the entrance of the temples to make offerings.
Food in Sri Lanka
With its cuisine of a thousand colors, exquisite smell and exotic flavors, Sri Lanka really has something to wow the taste buds of its visitors.
During your next trip to this magnificent island, taste its original and succulent specialties. Celebrate the greatness of Sri Lankan gastronomy through its dishes rich in aromatic herbs and spices, and taste. Sri Lanka, we come there for its landscapes, and we come back for its gastronomy!!!
Sri Lankans favor spices such as curry, rice and coconut in their recipes. You will find these ingredients quite often in the most popular culinary specialties of the island of happiness.
Prepare your taste buds for a festival of exotic flavors and enticing colors.
Without too many surprises, the dish that Sri Lankans love the most is the famous “Rice and curry”. You can add some vegetables, fish or meat to this tasty specialty.
The other symbol of Sri Lankan gastronomy is illustrated by the “Biryani”. Again very spicy, this recipe is based on rice, herbs, meat and a hard-boiled egg. A pure delight, an unforgettable delight!!!
Besides these two emblematic dishes, Sri Lankans eat a lot of “patties”. Sometimes eaten as a snack or as an accompaniment to main dishes, these vegetable or lentil fritters are also very spicy.
Drinks with a unique taste
As you have understood, the Sri Lankans emphatically emphasize their culinary originality, even in their drinks.
Ceylon tea made the island famous with Toddy, an alcoholic drink made from coconut blossom.
To conclude this third opus, and since we are talking about culture, know that Sri Lankans are very polite people, and during your next stay, we invite you to learn a few words of the local vocabulary.
GREETINGS & POLITENSS
Goodbye – Aavy-bowan
Bon appetit – Oyaagae ahaara vaela rasavaindainana
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