Can same-sex couples kiss in public in Sri Lanka?

Same-sex couples should absolutely avoid kissing in public in Sri Lanka, because public kissing is treated as highly inappropriate and offensive in the local culture, no matter what genders are involved.

The island is still strongly connected to traditional modesty. A quick peck on the cheek at a progressive beach bar might pass without notice, yet passionate kissing on the street, on public transport, or near cultural sites will be seen as a major lack of respect. Keep physical closeness for the quiet privacy of your hotel room.