Spend a couple of days splashing around the capital Colombo. And I do mean splashing. When it rains here it is certainly rains, paths turn into streams and roads to rivers. you certainly get your feet wet.

It takes a while to get used to heat. Quite energy sapping, but at least the hotel pool is there and refreshing. They certainly take security seriously In the hotel. The army on the main gate, the navy patrolling the lake at the back and sniffer dogs going through the potted plants. Maybe something to do with the president attending a function here tonight.

Took in a couple of museums, one full of old stone Buddhas, and one highlighting the Dutch history of the country. Rather old and musty but interesting. Also visited a Buddhist temple with a rather unusual museum full of paraphernalia from the last couple of centuries including a selection of ancient computers, film projectors, hundred of watches and a Chubb safe full of old trinkets. They also have a stuffed Elephant. Must send an update to the Lonely Planet as it's still alive according to them,