Endless beaches, timeless ruins, welcoming people, oodles of elephants, killer surf, cheap prices, fun trains, famous tea, flavorful food need I go on? Ryan Ver Berkmoes, Lonely Planet Writer

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Inside This Book

18 beautiful beaches

77 amazing temples

57 maps

168 cups of tea consumed

Inspirational photos

Clear, easy-to-use maps

At-a-glance practical info

In-depth background

Comprehensive planning tools

Beaches & diving feature