Feb 4 Independence Commemoration Day. Apr 13-14 Sinhala and Hindu New Year. Nov 14 Deepavali Festival . Dec Sanghamitta Day. It is customary to be offered tea when visiting and it is considered impolite to refuse.
Punctuality is appreciated.
A small token of appreciation, such as a souvenir from home or company, is always welcomed. Informal, Western dress is suitable. Visitors should be decently clothed when visiting any place of worship, and shoes and hats must be removed. Jackets and ties are not required by men in the evenings except for formal functions when lightweight suits should be worn. Extra tipping is optional.