Claire
@clarita.h
Swiss expat in Sri Lanka
Forum posts
18
About me
Swiss
Lives in Kandy
Speaks German, english, french italian spanish and sinhalese
Registration: 14 June 2012
Traffic in Sri Lanka
Driving in Sri Lanka is worse than in Rom. If you are a good driver you will manage !!! You have to be flexible - have good nerves - be patient.... Rushing hours in Kandy are from 06.30-08.00 and 12-15 hrs again after 4.30pm. Read More
Driving in Sri Lanka by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Sri Lanka? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess聟 what are the characteristics of the driving ...
I have gone for races in Radella, Mahagastota, Katukurunda and 3 Ralleys. My policy is to be by latest 18.30 where ever my destination is. I drive after that only short distances to go out for dinner etc... to avoid the oncoming head lights.... Read More
Driving in Sri Lanka by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Sri Lanka? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess聟 what are the characteristics of the driving ...
if an italian is driving definitely both :) Read More
Driving in Sri Lanka by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Sri Lanka? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess聟 what are the characteristics of the driving ...
haha but the hand signals are still there Read More
Paying bills in Sri Lanka
Kandy food city has a special counter to pay the bills. Sometimes people are not aware and wait to pay to the cashier. Read More
Paying bills in Sri Lanka
Electricity bills ban be paid at 1) directly at the CEB 2) the food city (cash only) a surcharge of Rs 20/- per bill 3) internet 4) if you do not pay on time a surcharge applies on the bill next month Water bills 1) Municipal Council 2) Sathosa ... Read More
Mistakes expats make in Sri Lanka
OMG where ? What were the consequences ? Read More
Mistakes expats make in Sri Lanka
To avoid to make mistakes - use your brain ! If people notice that you believe everything they say, you are lost. Read More
Speaking Sinhalese in Sri Lanka by Priscilla
Hi everyone, It is widely agreed that speaking Sinhalese is essential for a successful integration in Sri Lanka. Do you agree? Share your experience! Do you speak Sinhalese? If so, where did you learn this language? Where can one attend a ...
Hi, of course I speak sinhalese. People make some times funny remarks about the "Suddhis" (white people). Than it is a pleasure to answer and to watch their face... Read More
Pets in Sri Lanka
I have 3 lovely LOCAL dogs. A friend who recently imported a dog from Germany may answers your question. The application for a permit to import an animal has to be done in Kandy. Read More
Are you happy in Sri Lanka?
As you may know I'm a Swiss national having dual citizenship and live already 44 years in Kandy. I'm very happy here. You will experience the same if you adapt yourself. Keep on smiling even if you may don't feel like. Result: you will ... Read More
Germans/Italians in Kandy? by SimoneLogan
Hi there, My name is Simone,my parents are Sri Lankan but I was born and raised in Italy. Currently I'm in Kandy with my wife who's german. Unfortunately Kandy does not offer much entertainment options and I was wondering if there are any other ...
IF YOU INQUIRE ABOUT ME AT HE QUEEN'S HOTEL THEY WILL TELL YOU ++++ Read More
Driving in Sri Lanka by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Sri Lanka? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess聟 what are the characteristics of the driving ...
Hi All, You have to have good nerves and be flexible to drive in Sri Lanka, but I love it. You have to guess what the driver in front of you is going to do. The intermittent light (blinker) shows to the right, but he turns to the left.. When you ... Read More
Germans/Italians in Kandy? by SimoneLogan
Hi there, My name is Simone,my parents are Sri Lankan but I was born and raised in Italy. Currently I'm in Kandy with my wife who's german. Unfortunately Kandy does not offer much entertainment options and I was wondering if there are any other ...
Hi Simone, I'm living in Kandy since 1972. I'm a Swiss national and speak german as well as italian. You may contact me under *** Have a nice evening, best regards, Claire Read More
Safety in Sri Lanka by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Sri Lanka? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think ...
A friend of mine living in Negombo wrote: We were once victims too; a couple of years ago outside the Beach Lodge harassed by two drunks....I was with family, brother, sons, nieces and nephews from overseas and it was no fun i tell you until we ... Read More
Safety in Sri Lanka by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Sri Lanka? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think ...
There are not many people on the road after 8.30pm because there is a lack of entertainment in Kandy. Walking through the city even late in the night is safe. Read More