Sri Lanka has often been called “India Lite”, but this jewel-shaped country in the Indian Ocean is in itself unique. Fringed from east to west with white sand beaches and boasting some of the world's most scenic rail routes, Sri Lanka's rustic natural landscapes instils a sense of serenity. Go hiking in the dewy tea plantations of Kandy, surf in the crystal blue waters of Uppuveli in Trincomalee, and golf in the misty mountains of Nuwara Eliya. The most authentic Sri Lankan cuisine can be had at street stalls. A classic favourite to sample is Egg Hoppers a simple dish consisting of a nested egg in coconut milk and rice-based crispy crepe.