Culture and Customs of Sri Lanka

About this book

Get to know Sri Lanka through its family relationships, everyday courtesies, food, celebrations, and stories.Nila Senanayake looks beyond familiar images of beaches and tea country to explore the social expectations and traditions that influence life on the island. The guide brings together cultural background and situations that visitors and newcomers may encounter.Explore dining etiquette, the importance of family elders, traditional weddings, astrology, folk beliefs, the history of the Sinhala script, and the enthusiasm surrounding school rugby. Chapters also consider workplace conduct and the pace of daily life.A cultural companion for curious travellers and prospective residents who want to understand the people and customs behind the scenery.