Packing List
A backpack is great, but since you can't physically see what's on your back, it could be opened by prying hands before you can say 'Nuwara Eliya.' A lock may help, too, but beware of razor blades. If you plan on visiting temples or religious sites and plan on wearing shorts, bring along a sarong to cover your legs (otherwise you'll have to rent one). And a shirt or shawl to cover bare shoulders. You'll have to remove your shoes, too, so don't wear anything you'll have to spend 30 minutes tying up. And socks may keep your feet from searing on hot stone walkways. Your favorite non-aerosol bug spray; little pocket packs of kleenex (not so common there); a hankie to mop your brow in the humidity; Malaria and Hepititis medication (see your doctor because the kind you get in Sri Lanka make you puke) plenty of batteries for your camera, because the batteries there aren't as powerful Girls,...
