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How to say no to incense / blessing sellers around Gal Oya politely

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Freya Eriksson•151 rep

Keep getting offers. Don't want to be rude near Gal Oya. Scripts that work?

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Around Gal Oya: no to 'museum closed, I know a better temple', no to unmarked gem shops, no to drivers who won't write a fare, no to helpers who aren't the ticket window. Board and counter first.

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Rizan Ranasinghe•213 rep

Said no a lot. Felt rude for five minutes, saved the day. Guesthouse advice beat street advice.

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Willa Fujimoto•148 rep

If you're tired, stay nearer the bus stand / town centre in Gal Oya and skip chasing a perfect sunset. Pull cash in Colombo, Kandy, or Galle first — cards are a maybe. Locals will tell you if a ticket is counter-only.

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