The stone Nine Arch Bridge curving through jungle at Ella, Sri Lanka

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The Kandy to Ella Train Is Still Not Running. Here Is What To Do Instead

Cyclone Ditwah damaged Sri Lanka's hill-country railway at 223 locations and the Kandy–Ella line is still broken in August 2026. What is actually running, what is not, and the road workaround that gets you the scenery anyway.

August 11, 2026

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The Colombo skyline of high-rise towers seen across the water

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Scooter Rental in Colombo: Why an International Driving Permit Is Not Enough, and the Airport Counter That Fixes It

Sri Lanka does not recognise foreign licences or IDPs on their own — you need a Sri Lankan recognition permit or a temporary licence from the airport counter. How to get one, what scooter hire costs, and an honest answer to whether you should ride...

February 28, 2023

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