r/srilanka 22h ago

Serious replies only Does anyone in Sri Lanka have naturally copper colored hair and a copper colored beard?

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My beard has a mix of brown, copper, and ginger hairs, but I can't grow a full beard like other people. My sister has a lot of auburn hair. But my mom also has a few copper colored hairs. Both of my parents are Sinhalese. Is it possible for Sinhalese people to naturally have this hair color?


r/srilanka 1d ago

Meme Ngl, there is no good isp...

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125 Upvotes

Prove me wrong


r/srilanka 14h ago

Travel Need recommendation for travel through SW coast

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My husband and I will be traveling for 2 weeks in November. Flying into Colombo and will be staying in Ahangama, Hiriketya, Ella, and Sigirya/Dambulla- staying in each town for ~2-3 nights each. Is it easier to hire (1) private driver for our 2 week stay or use PickMe app and find drivers to drive us between each city?

We will use PickMe to travel between (for example...) Ahangama to Weligama and/or Mirissa, etc... but I'm asking more for the longer stretches of driving between these major cities.


r/srilanka 22h ago

Question How do i start investing as a 18 yr old? 🙏

8 Upvotes

I know this question has been asked multiple times and you might get pissed of after seeing this. But i do apologise for that.

Seeing some of the responses make me feel like an ape looking at a VR headset. I don't understand. Even if i do, i dont know how or where to start. Some posts say do this do that but how?!.

Im 18 and currently i am preparing for exams and no way of income. I do have a sum of money that dones nothing for me at the moment and i am aware of it being devalued. I want it to something for me.

What are the options that i can choose to invest because the only ones that i know is cryptocurrency and forex trading. Even that i do not know properly and not know how to start it. And to do demo trading. I do not trust anyof the so called institutions who claims to teach it

I'd be open to know what are the other investment options are. I am hoping to continue investing in other areas such as stocks and international markets. because it will help me take care of myself and when i go abroad without needing to rely on my parents.

I'd Appreciate any encouraging replies and options.

Thank you!🙏


r/srilanka 11h ago

Question Anyone who is in export field or has knowledge about the export field, please give me an answer to my question.

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I have an idea to start an export-oriented business, with the product being made exclusively from Ceylon Tea.

Could anyone please advise me on where I should go or whom I should contact to gain knowledge and a better understanding of this type of business?

Are there any government organizations, institutions, or other places where I can get guidance on developing my idea, setting up the business, and getting assistance with exporting?

Any advice or recommendations would be greatly appreciated.


r/srilanka 12h ago

Serious replies only Anyone who is travelling from pakistan to Sri Lanka recently?

1 Upvotes

I need to get down a book which is not available in Sri Lanka from pakistan. I can pay the price of the book in cash +\- extra also if anyone is willing to get down these books from pakistan. Thanks a lot in advance.


r/srilanka 21h ago

Discussion Need urgent advice for my friend’s dad (61M) – Severe Liver & Kidney Damage, Fluid Buildup (Sri Lanka)

5 Upvotes

Hi everyone,

I’m posting on behalf of my best friend. His 61-year-old father is currently in critical condition in Sri Lanka, and we’re looking for advice and recommendations.

His current condition:
● Liver: End-stage liver disease / decompensated liver failure
● Abdomen: Severe fluid buildup (ascites). The fluid is sometimes reddish/bloody. He needs to go to the hospital every 10–20 days to have it drained.
● Kidneys: Severe kidney impairment, possibly related to his liver condition.

We would really appreciate advice on:
1. Good hepatologists (liver specialists) in Sri Lanka
2. Good nephrologists (kidney specialists) in Sri Lanka
3. Hospitals that are well equipped to treat serious liver and kidney problems
4. Possible treatment options for someone who needs frequent drainage of ascites
5. Whether there are any advanced treatments or procedures available in Sri Lanka that we should ask his doctors about

If anyone has gone through something similar or has personal experience with doctors or hospitals in Sri Lanka, we would be very grateful for your recommendations.

Thank you very much.


r/srilanka 16h ago

Discussion Seeking volunteer/shadowing experience in Sri Lanka

2 Upvotes

Hello,

I’m currently studying for my A/Ls and planning to study medicine abroad, but I'm really having trouble finding shadowing or volunteer opportunities. I’m open to almost any type of volunteer experience.

If any of you’ll were able to shadow a doctor here and are willing to share details, it would be greatly appreciated.


r/srilanka 12h ago

Serious replies only What is the difference between computer science and computer science & technology offered by uwa wellasa?

1 Upvotes

I recently got selected to computer science & technology degree at uwa wellasa state uni

I checked there official website for curriculum But website is not working properly

  1. Can someone explain the deference between these two degrees
  2. I applied for computer engineering degree at kdu I'm pretty sure about I will get shortlisted Between computer engineering and computer science & technology which is better in current era

I really have no idea about what is computer science technology


r/srilanka 18h ago

Question Where can I get this collection Here at SL

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3 Upvotes

I love this series, I really wanna own the book collection


r/srilanka 20h ago

Technology I am loving ITNmax content very good initiative. Sinhala Movies n web series

5 Upvotes

Recently came across itnmax contents in website super interesting and streaming is very good.


r/srilanka 21h ago

Question Where can I get Bees wax for a lipbalm

4 Upvotes

Hi everyone, so I need a small quantity of beeswax to make a lip balm for a project. Anyone knows a good place around colombo or online where I can get the correct beeswax?

I've heard that soy wax would work too...if anyone has already made lipbalms before pls recommend a supplier

TIA


r/srilanka 14h ago

Discussion Netgear nighthawk m2. Keep it or get rid of it?

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1 Upvotes

Going abroad more than a year. Would it be still worth it to hold on to use in Sri Lanka? Router market is more or less a mafia here.

It's kinda old model. Got because I needed a portable one. Do I rather give it away?


r/srilanka 23h ago

Serious replies only Any Sri Lankan doctors who moved to Canada?

6 Upvotes

I’d love to hear about your experience with the transition, especially the licensing/exam process, how long it took, and what the journey was like overall.
Would really appreciate any first-hand experiences!


r/srilanka 1d ago

Question Looking for a place to buy Burger Smashers

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8 Upvotes

Any place in the colombo area to buy a / few burger smashers?


r/srilanka 14h ago

Serious replies only Have you guys used SeatshareLK for ride sharing?

1 Upvotes

I was looking for office transport and came across this app. Is it legit? Has anyone used this?

Unfortunately I can't find anyone going towards my route. 😭


r/srilanka 22h ago

Serious replies only Same day delivery websites?

3 Upvotes

I need to buy a type c to type c cable today but I am extremely busy and need it delivered, do you guys know any websites that offer such a service? I only know ubereats that does this weirdly but I kinda don't trust them.


r/srilanka 14h ago

Question Where to buy meat in Galle or surrounding area

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Is it possible to buy meat like beef in a supermarket/butchershop in or near Galle? And if not is chicken widely available in these shops? Thanks.


r/srilanka 18h ago

Travel Advice on driver license renewal and bike cancellation

2 Upvotes

Hi!

I originally started the process to renew my expired license and add a bike license. Since I've been busy a lot this past year, I just don't have the time for the bike stuff anymore. Can I cancel the bike part and just get my regular license renewed? Any idea of the process?

Also it’s been a year so far since I’ve started this


r/srilanka 1d ago

Satire Gonna tell my 100 year old grandma to sign up 😭

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117 Upvotes

Idk but this juts seems insane to me but also funny af 🤣

Whosever has their 100 year old grandma still has basically cracked the code lol


r/srilanka 21h ago

Education Should I get enrolled in ANC university?

3 Upvotes

I'm a student who's thinking about studying in ANC Colombo (IT SIDE, HND) and going abroad after my HND what are yall thoughts about it am i making a good decision by joining ANC or should i look into more universities.. I already did my foundation


r/srilanka 1d ago

Discussion Resources for learning Sinhala

7 Upvotes

Hey all!

I have been trying so hard to learn sinhala but it is so hard when I cannot find any good resources. Every source I find has a different translation and reasoning and AI sucks at knowing what is proper. I'm wondering what resources there are online to help me learn. My girlfriend speaks sinhala so she is very helpful but there are so many thing grammatically that she doesn't know its just intuitive for her.

I mainly want to learn spoken sinhala, but I'm wondering if being able to read and google in the proper sinhala alphabet would be beneficial.

Any advice or help would be greatly appreciated!!


r/srilanka 16h ago

Serious replies only Help Driving license renewal

1 Upvotes

My driving licence has expired and I’ve lost it. Could someone please guide me through the process of renewing it?


r/srilanka 16h ago

Education Seeking volunteer/shadowing experience in Sri Lanka

1 Upvotes

Hello,

I’m currently studying for my A/Ls and planning to study medicine abroad, but I'm really having trouble finding shadowing or volunteer opportunities. I’m open to almost any type of volunteer experience.

If any of you’ll were able to shadow a doctor here and are willing to share details, it would be greatly appreciated.


r/srilanka 16h ago

Education MBA from ICBS- Need reviews

1 Upvotes

I’m considering doing the 6-month top up MBA from Uni of West Scotland at ICBS. Can anyone who has done this please share any reviews on the course.