Last June end, I was given an opportunity to attend a workshop in Sri Lanka. It was a four-day trip. So I didn't have all the time needed to explore the country. Nevertheless, that short trip was an eye-opener to Malaysian like me. I first landed in Colombo early morning (there's a 2-hour difference between Sri Lanka and Malaysia).
First impression after landed: coconut trees a plenty; at least u can see them lining outside the airport. Came the immigration checking counter. I was hinted by the officer for 30-day visa if I add some tips. Well, if one doesn't know, he may think that's a bargain. But the fact is everyone is entitled a 30-day visa upon entry. So there was a delay at the counter as the officer was expecting some tips. Sorry, no tips from me. Their airport is not that gorgeous as compared with KLIA or HKIA or Changi. Probably the size of Penang airport. Step outside of the airport and it was a different world. I was then took a three-hour journey to Kandy, a town sits on a highland. No chance to see Colombo.
Their taxi is a typical tuk-tuk. It's pretty interesting to see how the locals drive. Honking is used to warn people that you are approaching. There are more Perodua than Proton there too. Apparently, our national prides are exported there. And so the journey to the highland continued.
Their taxi is a typical tuk-tuk. It's pretty interesting to see how the locals drive. Honking is used to warn people that you are approaching. There are more Perodua than Proton there too. Apparently, our national prides are exported there. And so the journey to the highland continued.
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