What are some things women travellers should be aware of?
Sri Lankan society is conservative, and a person’s mode of dress is generally used to judge him or her as well as determine how a person might behave towards him or her. This is especially true with regard to women. If you do not want to get harassed or hassled, dress conservatively, at least away from the accepted and established tourist areas. Female travellers in tourist spots, especially in beaches, attract more attention than their male counterparts. They can be effectively repelled if you just walk away without any contact or comments. Eye contact of any sort may be considered as a ‘come on’ and should be avoided completely with men who are strangers.
