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High Five - September

Our pick of the most amazing things to do this month!

Written by
Time Out editors
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The island echoes with enjoyment this month. From bookworms to wildlife enthusiasts, there is something for everyone in Sri Lanka. Colombo promises sport, literature, food festivals and nightlife excitement. The centre of the country witnesses the largest gathering of elephants in Asia while in the North it is ideal for birdwatchers. The East Coast offers coastal thrills while the West Coast is ready with winds to sweep you off your feet. The South of Sri Lanka brims with culture as the Maha Saman Devalaya perahera parades the streets. Sri Lanka is happening with things to do!

Witness the coastal beauty of the East Coast
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Witness the coastal beauty of the East Coast

Turquoise waters lapping on to golden beaches fringed by swaying palms. Witness the coastal beauty of the East Coast of Sri Lanka where the waves are great for a swim or surf and the beaches are perfect for you to get your tan on.

Maha Saman Devala Perahera in Ratnapura

Experiene the exhuberant display of culture and beautifully adorned majestic elephants as they parade along the streets for the Maha Saman Devala Perahera in Ratnapura. 

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Experience the great gathering of the gentle giants in Sri Lanka

A natural spectacle like no other, experience the great gathering of the gentle giants in Sri Lanka, the largest congregation of elephants in Asia. Minneriya is one of the best locations to witness this splendour.

Visit the Colombo International Book Fair

Calling all book lovers! Visit the Colombo International Book Fair and immerse within shelves and shelves of novels, children's storybooks and stationery.

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Discover the vibrant culture, history and wild thrills of Jaffna

Discover the vibrant culture, history and wild thrills of Jaffna. September calls for the birding season in the peninsula, where migrant avian species, especially wetland birds can be observed.

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