Sri Lanka’s tourism industry has commenced its recovery after setbacks suffered due to this year’s economic and political crisis, alongside protest campaigns that ousted President Gotabaya Rajapaksa.
COLOMBO, Dec 1 (Reuters) - Sri Lanka hopes to double tourist arrivals to 1.5 million next year and bring in $5 billion in vital foreign exchange, the tourism minister said on Thursday, as the island ...
Sri Lanka isn’t called the “Pearl of the Indian Ocean” for nothing. With its eight UNESCO World Heritage sites, stunning white-sand beaches, abundant wildlife, distinctive architecture and rich ...
Between Sri Lanka’s eight UNESCO world heritage sites, its thriving wildlife, and pristine white sand beaches, the “Pearl of the Indian Ocean” has enough glimmer for everyone—and now, visiting the ...
With its natural beauty, wildlife and culture, Sri Lanka is known as the “pearl of the Indian Ocean”, and attracts millions of tourists every year. But my research suggests that the country might not ...
COLOMBO (Reuters) -Tourists have long flocked to Sri Lanka for its pristine beaches, wildlife safaris and ancient Buddhist sites. Now, its first Marxist president is betting on casinos to attract high ...
Sri Lanka allowed Russian and Ukrainian tourists to run businesses despite visa constraints, in a bid to boost its economy after its 2022 debt default. Yet, this leniency has sparked contention over ...
Sri Lanka entered 2022 beset by economic crisis and political upheaval. The economic crisis culminated in Sri Lanka defaulting on payment for the first time. This led to the government being ...