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Chapter 00
Sri Lanka
Introduction
Key Facts
Chapter 01 LAND & PEOPLE
? Geography
? Climate
? The People
? A Brief History
? Government and Politics
? The Economy
Chapter 02 VALUES & ATTITUDES
? Caste and Class
? Religion
? Karma
? The Family
? Education
? The Urban–Rural Divide
? Attitudes Toward Women
? Attitudes Toward Others
? Pride and “Saving Face”
? Attitudes Toward Work
? Attitudes Toward Time
? Public Displays of Affection
? Homosexuality
Chapter 03 CUSTOMS & TRADITIONS
? Poya Days
? Sri Lankan Festivals
? The Festive Year
? Celebrating with Food
? Astrology and Auspicious Timing
? Ayurveda and Herbal Medicine
? Superstitions and Omens
? Rites of Passage
Chapter 04 MAKING FRIENDS
? Greetings
? Meeting Sri Lankans
? Invitations Home
? Dress
Chapter 05 SRI LANKANS AT HOME
? The Household and Extended Family
? Respect for Elders
? The Daily Routine
? Growing up in Sri Lanka
? TV and the Teledrama
Chapter 06 TIME OUT
? Sri Lankans on Tour
? Temple Etiquette
? Shopping for Pleasure
? Cultural Activities
? Sports
? Eating Out
? Nightlife
Chapter 07 TRAVEL, HEALTH & SAFETY
? Roads and Traffic
? Local Transportation
? Where to Stay
? Health
? Safety and Security
Chapter 08 BUSINESS BRIEFING
? The Business Culture
? Business Etiquette
? Meetings
? Presentations
? Negotiations
? Contracts
? Dealing with the Government
? Corruption
? Women in Business
? Socializing
Chapter 09 COMMUNICATING
? Language
? Gestures and Body Language
? The Media
? Services
? Conclusion
Appendices
? Places
? People
Exercises
