What do expats in Sri Lanka appreciate most about the local culture?
We asked expats and digital nomads what they appreciate the most about the local culture in Sri Lanka. They wrote...
"Expats in Sri Lanka appreciate the country's rich cultural heritage, which is evident in its vibrant festivals, colorful traditional dress, and delicious cuisine. They also enjoy the warm hospitality of the locals, who are known for their friendliness and willingness to help. Additionally, expats appreciate the country's stunning natural beauty, with its lush jungles, stunning beaches, and majestic mountains. Finally, expats enjoy the country's relaxed pace of life, which allows them to take the time to explore and appreciate all that Sri Lanka has to offer," remarked another expat who made the move to Sri Lanka.
"It is clean, people are more educated amongst south Asian people, nature is beautiful, weather is nice, great fruits and sea food," explained one expat living in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
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What do expats in Sri Lanka appreciate most about the local culture?
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About the Author
Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.