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Visa-free Sri Lanka: A complete guide for seniors

Dear elder friends, come to Sri Lanka! Take a jeep tour of the national park, explore the Lion Rock, visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy, and then stay in a seaside hotel to enjoy the sea view. This will definitely be a great place for your leisure vacation! -- Sri Lanka, a Buddhist holy land with a long history, is picturesque with the central mountains and the surrounding coastal plains complementing each other. 🎉The local customs are unique. Shaking your head means approval, while nodding means disapproval. It is quite interesting! -- 🛤️Travel route: Day 1: Depart for Colombo, arrange accommodation and have free time. Day 2: Negombo Central Fish Market->St. Mary's Church->Lion Rock Visit the local fish market and feel the atmosphere of the market; visit the historic St. Mary's Church; climb up the Lion Rock and overlook the magnificent view. Day 3: Minneriya National Park->Matale Spice Garden->Temple of the Tooth Relic->Kandy Lake Travel through the national park to experience nature, visit the spice garden to learn about local plants, visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic, and stroll along the shores of Kandy Lake to enjoy the tranquility. Day 4: Gem Museum Visit Sri Lanka's famous Gem Museum and appreciate the unique charm of gems. Day 5: Galle Fort Clock Tower -> Kogalla Stilt Fishermen Visit the historic Galle Fort Clock Tower and watch the stilt fishermen at work in Kogalla. Day 6: Bandaranaike International Conference Building -> Independence Square Visit important political landmarks in Sri Lanka and experience the country's modern atmosphere and historical heritage. Day 7: Return, arrive in Chengdu Ending the Sri Lanka trip, we set off on the return journey with full of memories. -- Travel checklist: 🧳 📂 Documents: Passport. Although Sri Lanka is visa-free, you still need to show your passport. 📱 Phone card: Buy a local SIM card for easier communication and smoother network. 🔌 Plug converter: Sri Lanka uses round-hole sockets, so remember to bring a converter. 👕 Clothing: Prepare breathable and quick-drying clothes. You can also bring a thin jacket because it will be a bit cold in the mountains at night. 🎩 Sun protection items: hats, sunglasses, sunscreen to prevent strong sunlight. 🔋 Chargers and power banks: Ensure your electronic devices are always powered and never out of power during your trip. 💊 Common medicines: Bring some common medicines with you, just in case. Well, with these essential items, your trip to Sri Lanka can start easily! 🎉 -- Sri Lanka, a tropical paradise that makes you linger, is waiting for you to explore! 🌴✨Don't miss this gem in the Indian Ocean!
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