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All questionsAre shops closed during the Sinhala and Hindu New Year.
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Most local shops close completely as families return to their villages, but tourist hotels and large supermarkets in major cities remain open for limited hours.
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It is best to stock up on essentials a few days before the festival peaks to avoid any inconvenience.
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