Sri Lanka has a colourful culture and many different ethnic back grounds. The ethnic groups found in Sri Lanka consist of the Sinhalese, the Tamils, the Muslims and Burghers. The ethnicity of a person is not determined as to their appearance but to their religious and language.

The friction and conflict between these different ethnic groups has proved to create problems however it does create a very unique and interesting culture.

The traditional architecture of the country is mainly Buddhist however more recent arts and sculptures now feature much more dominantly in every day life.

Food is traditionally very spicy and hot with many different local dishes to sample should you be able to take the heat.