According to an online Travel community platform “Worldpackers.com” has ranked Sri Lanka as one of the safest countries in the world to travel. In their list, Sri Lanka is ranked 12^th while Iceland, Switzerland and Denmark are ranked the top three safest countries to travel. New Zealand, Canada, Spain, Portugal, Ireland, Japan, Finland and Austria are the other countries ranked above Sri Lanka respectively.

The travel article further explains and commenting on Sri Lanka, says the Buddhist culture & the tradition in the country makes it a safe place to travel, adding that the locals by nature tend to be most welcoming, calm and friendliest.

Worldpackers.com mentions that “Sigiriya is a must visit attraction when visiting Sri Lanka and it is an enigmatic summit with remains of an ancient palace at the top. Who wouldn’t want to see that! Overall, there are some incredible top-destinations in Sri Lanka, but it is recommended to go off the beaten path and discover it for yourself,”

‘Worldpackers’ is a famous travel community with over one million members. Its mission is to help travelers enjoy a transformative and safe trip, where they can exchange their skills for accommodation and learning experiences. Its volunteer opportunities are centered around eco programs and social impact schemes, which aim to make the world a more environmental and sustainable place.