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How to say no to incense / blessing sellers around Polonnaruwa politely

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Mateo Brennan•68 rep

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

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Around Polonnaruwa: 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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Sanduni Jayasuriya•139 rep

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

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Finn Keller•129 rep

If you're tired, stay nearer the bus stand / town centre in Polonnaruwa 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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