Can tourists buy alcohol on Poya days in Sri Lanka.

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Elijah D.385 rep1

I heard liquor stores are closed. Can we still order a beer at our hotel restaurant.

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The sale of alcohol is strictly prohibited nationwide on Poya full moon days, meaning all liquor stores and bars are legally required to close.

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Sumudu K.35550 rep1

Some high end tourist resorts might discreetly serve alcohol to foreign guests via room service, but you cannot purchase it publicly anywhere.

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Ruwan M.37410 rep1

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