This strong start to the month has set a positive tone for the ambitious monthly target of 147,789 arrivals.

From 1 to 15 October, Sri Lanka saw an impressive total of 50,395 tourists arriving, pushing the cumulative figure for the year to over 1.06 million mark, an encouraging rebound from the challenges of 2022.

India stands out as the leading source market, contributing 24% of the total arrivals during this period, amounting to 12,261 visitors.

Russia follows with 4,554 arrivals, trailed closely by the UK at 4,008. China and Germany round out the top five with 3,269 and 3,180 arrivals respectively.