https://www.rechargetravels.com/assets/AboutSriLanka-IwqaEF0l.js

1import{r as o,j as e,L as m}from"./vendor-react-CoQ2efHx.js";import{A as z}from"./AIOptimizedFAQ-DAzAOqCx.js";import{a as R}from"./vendor-helmet-DwKLFpVn.js";import{I as O,J as $}from"./vendor-firebase-core-BwUfoU1O.js";import{d as T}from"./firebase-Cw3DQ0SZ.js";import{B as L}from"./button-vmE2UBVJ.js";import{B as I}from"./badge-CiMN7Y77.js";import U from"./globe-D2NIVSFN.js";import{U as G,S as K,x as E,u as k,D as Y,r as _}from"./index-CaMFY_1e.js";import J from"./leaf-CcwzdhHe.js";import Q from"./award-Dfj6vFlQ.js";import S from"./chevron-left-DMnmv-SE.js";import{m as s,A as X}from"./vendor-motion-DQF9JJk8.js";import Z from"./sun-BjX6qWRC.js";import ee from"./waves-zdeW5z1K.js";import te from"./mountain-BDFExwFR.js";import ae from"./tree-palm-CvtE_Up2.js";import se from"./thermometer-yUMRdWPi.js";import ie from"./camera-cRBfNAUB.js";import le from"./x-DZbkFiYK.js";import"./ComprehensiveSEO-CBl7q6Xr.js";import"./text-DDhiPV2G.js";import"./circle-help-DNNLv7g3.js";import"./vendor-preload-CVfkMyKi.js";import"./chevron-up-BLO4oiY_.js";import"./vendor-firebase-analytics-B2VZ2fvb.js";import"./vendor-firebase-auth-BxW_oINq.js";import"./vendor-ui-BzKOoyfV.js";import"./loader-circle-C7n-6u99.js";const g={heroTitle:"The Pearl of the Indian Ocean",heroSubtitle:"Discover Sri Lanka's Rich Heritage and Natural Beauty",heroImage:"/images/about/ravana-falls.webp",heroSlides:[{image:"/images/about/ravana-falls.webp",title:"The Pearl of the Indian Ocean",subtitle:"Discover Sri Lanka's Rich Heritage and Natural Beauty",badge:"Discover Paradise"},{image:"/images/about/arugam-beach.webp",title:"Ancient Kingdoms Await",subtitle:"Walk through 2,500 years of fascinating history at Sigiriya Rock Fortress",badge:"UNESCO Heritage"},{image:"/images/about/waterfall-1.webp",title:"Misty Mountain Paradise",subtitle:"Experience the legendary tea plantations and cool climate of Hill Country",badge:"Hill Country"}],mainDescription:"Sri Lanka, a teardrop-shaped island in the Indian Ocean, offers an incredible diversity of experiences within its compact borders. From misty mountains and lush rainforests to golden beaches and ancient ruins, this tropical paradise has captivated travelers for centuries.",secondaryDescription:"With a history spanning over 2,500 years, Sri Lanka boasts eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites, a rich cultural tapestry influenced by Buddhism, Hinduism, and colonial heritage, and some of the world's finest tea, spices, and gemstones.",stats:{area:{value:"65,610",label:"Square Kilometers",desc:"Compact island paradise"},population:{value:"22M",label:"Population",desc:"Warm & welcoming people"},species:{value:"3,000+",label:"Endemic Species",desc:"Biodiversity hotspot"},unesco:{value:"8",label:"UNESCO Sites",desc:"World heritage treasures"}},highlights:["Ancient Buddhist temples and stupas","Pristine beaches and coral reefs","Misty tea plantations","Wildlife safaris in national parks","Spice gardens and plantations","Colonial architecture","Traditional Ayurvedic treatments","Adventure sports and activities"],culturalInfo:"Sri Lanka's cultural heritage is a fascinating blend of indigenous traditions and foreign influences. The island has been a crossroads of trade routes for centuries, resulting in a unique cultural mosaic that includes Buddhist temples, Hindu k

1ovils, Islamic mosques, and Christian churches.",naturalInfo:"From the central highlands with their cool climate and tea estates to the coastal plains with palm-fringed beaches, Sri Lanka's diverse geography supports an incredible variety of ecosystems. The island is home to numerous national parks and wildlife sanctuaries.",seoTitle:"About Sri Lanka - The Pearl of the Indian Ocean | Recharge Travels",seoDescription:"Discover Sri Lanka's rich history, diverse culture, and stunning natural beauty. Learn about the island's UNESCO World Heritage Sites, wildlife, and unique experiences.",seoKeywords:"Sri Lanka, travel, tourism, culture, history, UNESCO, wildlife, beaches, temples, tea plantations",destinations:[{name:"Sigiriya Rock Fortress",description:"Ancient 5th-century fortress with stunning frescoes and panoramic views",image:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1566073771259-6a8506099945?w=800&q=80",region:"Cultural Triangle"},{name:"Ella",description:"Charming hill country town surrounded by tea plantations and waterfalls",image:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1600011689032-8b628b8a8747?w=800&q=80",region:"Hill Country"},{name:"Galle Fort",description:"Historic Dutch colonial fort with cobblestone streets and ocean views",image:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1608532835465-224608a6c0e0?w=800&q=80",region:"Southern Coast"},{name:"Yala National Park",description:"Premier wildlife destination with highest leopard density in the world",image:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1535338623859-51e6e6f8d9da?w=800&q=80",region:"Southeast"},{name:"Kandy",description:"Cultural capital home to the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic",image:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1594408452005-5c3f1e98ed19?w=800&q=80",region:"Central Province"},{name:"Mirissa",description:"Beautiful beach town famous for whale watching and surfing",image:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1583797000246-cfaa0f5ebb6d?w=800&q=80",region:"Southern Coast"}],experiences:[{title:"Wildlife Safari",description:"Encounter elephants, leopards, and exotic birds in their natural habitat",image:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1535338623859-51e6e6f8d9da?w=600&q=80",icon:"🦁"},{title:"Tea Plantation Tour",description:"Visit lush tea estates and learn about Ceylon tea production",image:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1587159209150-60e8ea6c1ffe?w=600&q=80",icon:"🍵"},{title:"Cultural Heritage",description:"Explore ancient temples, ruins, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites",image:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1552309953-2bdf7b21eac8?w=600&q=80",icon:"🏛️"},{title:"Beach Paradise",description:"Relax on pristine beaches with crystal-clear waters",image:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1582719471137-c3967ffb1c42?w=600&q=80",icon:"🏖️"}],gallery:[{url:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1566073771259-6a8506099945?w=800&q=80",caption:"Sigiriya Rock Fortress at sunrise"},{url:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1600011689032-8b628b8a8747?w=800&q=80",caption:"Nine Arch Bridge in Ella"},{url:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1552309953-2bdf7b21eac8?w=800&q=80",caption:"Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic"},{url:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1582719471137-c3967ffb1c42?w=800&q=80",caption:"Pristine beach in Mirissa"},{url:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1587159209150-60e8ea6c1ffe?w=800&q=80",caption:"Tea plantations in Nuwara Eliya"},{url:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1535338623859-51e6e6f8d9da?w=800&q=80",caption:"Leopard in Yala National Park"},{url:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1594408452005-5c3f1e98ed19?w=800&q=80",caption:"Kandy Lake at sunset"},{url:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1608532835465-224608a6c0e0?w=800&q=80",caption:"Galle Fort lighthouse"}],testimonials:[{name:"Sarah Johnson",location:"New York, USA",text:"Sri Lanka exceeded all our expectations! The combination of ancient culture, stunning landscapes, and warm hospitality made it the trip of a lifetime. Recharge Travels took care of every detail.",avatar:"https://i.pravatar.cc/150?img=1",rating:5},{name:"James Wilson",location:"London, UK",text:"From the tea plantations to the wildlife safaris, every moment was magical. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and the accommodations were top-notch. Can't wait to return!",avatar:"https://i.pravatar.cc/150?img=12",rating:5},{name:"Emma Schmidt",location:"Berlin, Germany",text:"The diversity of experiences in such a compact country is amazing. We went from beaches to mountains, temples to tea estates, all in two weeks. Perfectly organized by Recharge Travels!",avatar:"https://i.pravatar.cc/150?img=5",rating:5},{name:"Michael Chen",location:"Singapore",text:"As someone who travels extensively, Sri Lanka stands out as one of the most beautiful and culturally rich destinations I've visited. The food, the people, the landscapes 

1- everything was perfect!",avatar:"https://i.pravatar.cc/150?img=13",rating:5}],videoTours:[{title:"Aerial View of Sri Lanka",url:"https://www.youtube.com/embed/7gV3g9LCvPc",thumbnail:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1578662996442-48f60103fc96?w=600&q=80",duration:"3:45"},{title:"Cultural Heritage Sites",url:"https://www.youtube.com/embed/gKHp8Ks0q0Y",thumbnail:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1552309953-2bdf7b21eac8?w=600&q=80",duration:"5:20"},{title:"Wildlife Safari Experience",url:"https://www.youtube.com/embed/TszOvPEskIE",thumbnail:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1535338623859-51e6e6f8d9da?w=600&q=80",duration:"4:15"}]},re=()=>{const[h,l]=o.useState(g),[v,b]=o.useState(!0),[C,i]=o.useState(null);return o.useEffect(()=>{(async()=>{try{if(b(!0),!T){l(g),i(null),b(!1);return}const r=O(T,"page-content","about-sri-lanka"),j=await $(r);if(j.exists()){const x=j.data();l({...g,...x})}else l(g);i(null)}catch(r){r instanceof Error&&r.message,l(g),i(null)}finally{b(!1)}})()},[]),{content:h,loading:v,error:C}},ne=[{question:"What is Sri Lanka best known for?",answer:"Sri Lanka is famous as the Pearl of the Indian Ocean for its golden beaches, ancient UNESCO sites (Sigiriya, Kandy, Anuradhapura), incredible wildlife (leopards, elephants, whales), world-famous Ceylon tea, Ayurvedic wellness, and warm hospitality. The island packs an extraordinary diversity of experiences into an area smaller than Tasmania.",category:"Overview"},{question:"What is the best time to visit Sri Lanka in 2026?",answer:"December–April for west & south beaches and wildlife; April–September for east coast; year-round possible with our flexible private tours that follow the best weather. Sri Lanka has two monsoon seasons, meaning there's always a sunny coast to enjoy.",category:"Planning"},{question:"Do I need a visa to visit Sri Lanka?",answer:"Most nationalities get a free or easy electronic visa (ETA) online in minutes. We help all our clients with visa guidance and full 2026 travel planning at no extra charge.",category:"Visa"},{question:"Is Sri Lanka safe for tourists in 2026?",answer:"Yes – Sri Lanka is very safe for tourists with low crime rates and warm, hospitable locals. We only use licensed drivers, SLTDA-certified guides, and vetted hotels for all our tours.",category:"Safety"},{question:"What currency and language do they use in Sri Lanka?",answer:"Currency is Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR). USD is widely accepted in tourist areas. English is widely spoken, especially in tourism. Our drivers and guides speak fluent English plus many other languages including Sinhala, Tamil, Hindi, Mandarin, and more.",category:"Practical Info"},{question:"What are the top things to do in Sri Lanka?",answer:"Top experiences include Sigiriya rock climb, Yala leopard safari, Kandy-Ella scenic train, whale watching in Mirissa, Galle Fort walk, tea plantation visits, Ayurvedic spa treatments, surfing in Arugam Bay, and exploring the Cultural Triangle of ancient kingdoms.",category:"Experiences"},{question:"How do I plan my Sri Lanka trip for 2026?",answer:"Contact Recharge Travels – we create a free custom itinerary in under 24 hours based on your dates, budget, and interests (beach, culture, wildlife, honeymoon). WhatsApp us at +94 77 772 1999 or fill any inquiry form on our website.",category:"Booking"}],Be=({embedded:h=!1})=>{const{content:l,loading:v}=re(),[b,C]=o.useState(null),[i,d]=o.useState(null),[r,j]=o.useState([{image:"/images/about/ravana-falls.png",title:"The Pearl of the Indian Ocean",subtitle:"Discover Sri Lanka's Rich Heritage and Natural Beauty",badge:"Discover Paradise"},{image:"/images/about/arugam-beach.png",title:"Ancient Kingdoms Await",subtitle:"Walk through 2,500 years of fascinating history at Sigiriya Rock Fortress",badge:"UNESCO Heritage"},{image:"/images/about/waterfall-1.png",title:"Misty Mountain Paradise",subtitle:"Experience the legendary tea plantations and cool climate of Hill Country",badge:"Hill Country"}]),[x,f]=o.useState(0),[oe,ce]=o.useState(!1),[p,y]=o.useState(0),c=[{url:"/sl_island_infinite_stories.webp",title:"The Essence of Ceylon",subtitle:"Ancient heritage, lush highlands, and golden shores"},{url:"/sl_wildlife_montage_v2.webp",title:"Untamed Wilderness",subtitle:"Yala's leopards & The Gathering of Minneriya"},{url:"/sl_jaffna_montage_v2.webp",title:"Northern Legacy",subtitle:"Nallur Temple, Jaffna Fort & Public Library"},{url:"/sl_culture_montage.webp",title:"Sacred Traditions",subtitle:"Kandy's Perahera & Dambulla's Golden Caves"}];o.useEffect(()=>{const t=setInterval(()=>{y(a=>(a+1)%c.length)},5e3);return()=>clearInterval(t)},[c.length]),o.useEffect(()=>{const t=setInterval(()=>{f(a=>(a+1)%r.length)},6e3);return()=>clearInterval(t)},[r.length]);const N=l;N.destinations,N.experiences;const n=[{url:"/images/about/gallery-misty-highlands.png",caption:"Misty Highlands"},{url:"/images/about/gallery-golden-shores.png",caption:"Golden Shores"},{url:"/images/about/gallery-wild-srilanka.png",caption:"Wild Sri Lanka"}];N.videoTours,o.useEffect(()=>{if(!n.length){d(null);return}i!==null&&i>=n.length&&d(0)},[n.length,i]);const A=r[x],P=()=>{f(t=>(t+1)%r.length)},q=()=>{f(t=>(t-1+r.length)%r.length)},H=()=>{document.getElementById("explore")?.scrollIntoView({behavior:"smooth"})};if(v)return e.jsx("div",{className:`${h?"min-h-[400px]":"min-h-screen"} flex items-center justify-center bg-gradient-to-br from-blue-50 to-teal-50`,children:e.jsxs("div",{className:"text-center",children:[e.jsx("div",{className:"animate-spin rounded-full h-16 w-16 border-b-4 border-blue-600 mx-auto mb-6"}),e.jsx("p",{className:"text-xl text-gray-600 font-medium",children:"Loading Sri Lanka information..."})]})});({icon:U,...l.stats?.area??{}},{icon:G,...l.stats?.population??{}}),{icon:J,...l.stats?.species??{}},{icon:Q,...l.stats?.unesco??{}};const V=()=>{i!==null&&d((i+1)%n.length)},F=()=>{i!==null&&d((i-1+n.length)%n.length)},W=[{name:"December - March",title:"Best for West & South Coast",icon:Z,description:"Perfect beach weather, ideal for surfing in Hikkaduwa, whale watching in Mirissa",temp:"28-32°C",color:"from-orange-500 to-yellow-500"},{name:"May - September",title:"Best for East Coast",icon:ee,description:"Great for Arugam Bay surfing, Trincomalee beaches, and Pasikuda snorkeling",temp:"27-30°C",color:"from-blue-500 to-cyan-500"},{name:"January - April",title:"Best for Hill Country",icon:te,de

1scription:"Dry season for Ella, Nuwara Eliya, and tea plantation visits",temp:"15-25°C",color:"from-green-500 to-emerald-500"},{name:"February - July",title:"Best for Wildlife",icon:ae,description:"Peak season for Yala leopards, Udawalawe elephants, and bird watching",temp:"26-32°C",color:"from-amber-500 to-orange-500"}],M=[{title:"Private Chauffeur",subtitle:"The Luxury Choice",description:"Travel in air-conditioned comfort with your personal English-speaking driver-guide. Door-to-door service, flexible itineraries, insider knowledge.",image:"/images/about/transport/private-chauffeur-8k.webp",features:["Air-conditioned vehicles","Professional drivers","Flexible stops"],price:"From $65/day",recommended:!0},{title:"Scenic Train Journey",subtitle:"The Unforgettable Route",description:"Experience one of the world's most breathtaking railway journeys. The Kandy to Ella route winds through misty mountains and emerald tea plantations.",image:"/images/about/transport/scenic-train-8k.webp",features:["9-hour scenic route","Tea country views","Historic stations"],price:"From $15/ticket",recommended:!1},{title:"Helicopter & Seaplane",subtitle:"The Sky Route",description:"Bypass the roads entirely. Arrive at remote destinations in style with breathtaking aerial views of the island's diverse landscapes.",image:"/images/about/transport/seaplane-8k.webp",features:["Skip long drives","Aerial photography","VIP service"],price:"From $350/flight",recommended:!1}],B=[{category:"Before You Go",color:"from-blue-500 to-cyan-500",tips:[{label:"Visa",value:"Free 30-day ETA online",detail:"Apply at eta.gov.lk"},{label:"Best Time",value:"December – April",detail:"West & South coast"},{label:"Flights",value:"Colombo (CMB)",detail:"International airport"}]},{category:"Money & Communication",color:"from-emerald-500 to-teal-500",tips:[{label:"Currency",value:"USD accepted",detail:"LKR for local markets"},{label:"Cards",value:"Visa/Mastercard",detail:"ATMs everywhere"},{label:"SIM Card",value:"$5-10 at airport",detail:"Dialog or Mobitel"}]},{category:"On The Ground",color:"from-amber-500 to-orange-500",tips:[{label:"Language",value:"English widely spoken",detail:"Sinhala & Tamil official"},{label:"WiFi",value:"4G everywhere",detail:"Free at hotels/cafes"},{label:"Safety",value:"Very safe",detail:"Dress modestly at temples"}]},{category:"Climate & Packing",color:"from-purple-500 to-pink-500",tips:[{label:"Weather",value:"25-32°C year-round",detail:"Tropical climate"},{label:"Pack",value:"Light & breathable",detail:"Layers for hill country"},{label:"Footwear",value:"Comfortable walking",detail:"Remove at temples"}]}],D=[{title:"Rice & Curry",tagline:"The Soul of Sri Lanka",description:"A symphony of flavors: fragrant basmati rice surrounded by fiery red dhal, creamy coconut milk curry, tangy pol sambol, crispy papadum, and at least five different vegetable preparations. Every home has their own secret recipe passed down through generations.",image:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1585937421612-70a008356fbe?w=800&q=80",spiceLevel:"🌶️🌶️🌶️",mustTry:"Ask for 'rice and curry' at any local restaurant"},{title:"Egg Hoppers",tagline:"Breakfast of Champions",description:"Crispy, bowl-shaped fermented rice flour pancakes with a perfectly runny egg nestled in the center. Dipped in fiery katta sambol and sweet coconut milk, this is how Sri Lankans start their day. The sizzle of batter hitting the hopper pan is pure morning music.",image:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1567337710282-00832b415979?w=800&q=80",spiceLevel:"🌶️",mustTry:"Find a 'hopper kadey' open at 6am"},{title:"Kottu Roti",tagline:"Street Food Symphony",description:"The rhythmic clanging of metal blades on a hot griddle echoes through every street corner at night. Shredded godamba roti stir-fried with eggs, vegetables, and your choice of chicken, mutton, or cheese. Served steaming hot, dripping with curry sauce.",image:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1625398407796-82650a8c135f?w=800&q=80",spiceLevel:"🌶️🌶️",mustTry:"Follow the sound of clanging blades after 7pm"},{title:"Ceylon Tea",tagline:"Liquid Gold from the Hills",description:"Plucked by hand from misty mountain estates at 6,000 feet, Sri Lankan tea is world-famous for good reason. Visit a working plantation, watch the leaves wither and roll, then sip the freshest cup you'll ever taste while overlooking endless green valleys.",image:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1556679343-c7306c1976bc?w=800&q=80",spiceLevel:"",mustTry:"Visit a tea factory in Nuwara Eliya or Ella"},{title:"Fresh Seafood",tagline:"Ocean to Table in Hours",description:"Caught at dawn by traditional outrigger fishermen, grilled over coconut husks by sunset. Jumbo prawns in garlic butter, whole red snapper in banana leaf, crab curry that'll make you forget every other crab you've ever had. The coast is y

1our oyster—literally.",image:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1559737558-2f5a35f4523b?w=800&q=80",spiceLevel:"🌶️🌶️",mustTry:"Any beach shack in Mirissa or Negombo"},{title:"Wood Apple Juice",tagline:"The Exotic Mystery",description:"Crack open the hard shell to reveal aromatic brown pulp that looks strange but tastes like heaven—a wild mix of tamarind, raisin, and something uniquely tropical. Blended with jaggery and a splash of coconut milk. The drink you never knew you needed.",image:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1546173159-315724a31696?w=800&q=80",spiceLevel:"",mustTry:"Ask any juice stall for 'divul'"}];return e.jsxs(e.Fragment,{children:[!h&&e.jsxs(R,{children:[e.jsx("title",{children:l.seoTitle}),e.jsx("meta",{name:"description",content:l.seoDescription}),e.jsx("meta",{name:"keywords",content:l.seoKeywords}),e.jsx("meta",{property:"og:title",content:l.seoTitle}),e.jsx("meta",{property:"og:description",content:l.seoDescription}),e.jsx("meta",{property:"og:image",content:A?.image||l.heroImage}),e.jsx("meta",{property:"og:type",content:"website"}),e.jsx("meta",{name:"twitter:card",content:"summary_large_image"}),e.jsx("link",{rel:"canonical",href:"https://recharge-travels.com/about/sri-lanka"})]}),e.jsxs("div",{className:"bg-white",children:[e.jsxs("section",{className:`relative ${h?"h-[60vh] min-h-[500px]":"h-screen"} overflow-hidden`,children:[r.map((t,a)=>e.jsx("div",{className:"absolute inset-0 w-full h-full",style:{opacity:a===x?1:0,transition:"opacity 1.2s ease-in-out",zIndex:1},children:e.jsx("img",{src:t.image,alt:t.title||"Sri Lanka",className:"w-full h-full object-cover",loading:"lazy"})},t.id||`slide-${a}`)),e.jsx("div",{className:"absolute inset-0 bg-gradient-to-b from-black/50 via-black/40 to-black/60",style:{zIndex:2}}),e.jsxs("div",{className:"absolute inset-0 flex flex-col items-center justify-center px-4",style:{zIndex:3},children:[e.jsx("span",{className:"inline-block bg-white/20 backdrop-blur-sm text-white border border-white/30 px-6 py-2 rounded-full text-sm font-semibold mb-6",children:"Discover Paradise"}),e.jsx("h2",{className:"text-4xl sm:text-5xl md:text-6xl lg:text-7xl xl:text-8xl font-bold text-white text-center mb-4 leading-tight",style:{fontFamily:"Playfair Display, serif",textShadow:"0 4px 20px rgba(0,0,0,0.4)"},children:"Discover Sri Lanka: The Pearl of the Indian Ocean"}),e.jsxs("p",{className:"text-center font-bold text-amber-400 mb-4",children:[e.jsx("strong",{children:"Sri Lanka travel planning guide"})," — destinations, practical information, and tour ideas"]}),e.jsx("p",{className:"text-base md:text-lg text-white/90 text-center mb-10 max-w-3xl font-light leading-relaxed",style:{textShadow:"0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.3)"},children:"Explore UNESCO World Heritage sites, beaches, wildlife safaris, tea country, ancient temples, and Sri Lankan culture. Recharge Travels can help arrange private tours, hotel bookings, airport transfers, and custom itineraries."}),e.jsxs("div",{className:"flex flex-col sm:flex-row gap-4 sm:gap-6",children:[e.jsxs(m,{to:"/destinations",className:"flex items-center justify-center gap-3 bg-gradient-to-r from-orange-500 to-amber-500 text-white text-lg sm:text-xl font-bold px-8 sm:px-10 py-4 sm:py-5 rounded-full shadow-lg hover:from-orange-600 hover:to-amber-600 hover:shadow-xl transition-colors duration-200 min-w-[200px]",children:[e.jsx(K,{className:"w-5 h-5 sm:w-6 sm:h-6"}),"Explore Now"]}),e.jsxs(m,{to:"/ai-trip-planner",className:"flex items-center justify-center gap-3 bg-white/15 backdrop-blur-sm text-white text-lg sm:text-xl font-bold px-8 sm:px-10 py-4 sm:py-5 rounded-full border-2 border-white hover:bg-white hover:text-gray-900 transition-colors duration-200 min-w-[200px]",children:[e.jsx(E,{className:"w-5 h-5 sm:w-6 sm:h-6"}),"Plan Your Trip"]})]})]}),r.length>1&&e.jsxs(e.Fragment,{children:[e.jsx("button",{type:"button",onClick:q,className:"absolute left-4 sm:left-6 top-1/2 -translate-y-1/2 w-12 h-12 sm:w-14 sm:h-14 flex items-center justify-center bg-black/30 hover:bg-black/50 text-white rounded-full backdrop-blur-sm transition-colors duration-200 min-w-[48px] min-h-[48px]",style:{zIndex:4},"aria-label":"Previous slide",children:e.jsx(S,{className:"w-6 h-6 sm:w-8 sm:h-8"})}),e.jsx("button",{type:"button",onClick:P,className:"absolute right-4 sm:right-6 top-1/2 -translate-y-1/2 w-12 h-12 sm:w-14 sm:h-14 flex items-center justify-center bg-black/30 hover:bg-black/50 text-white rounded-full backdrop-blur-sm transition-colors duration-200 min-w-[48px] min-h-[48px]",style:{zIndex:4},"aria-label":"Next slide",children:e.jsx(k,{className:"w-6 h-6 sm:w-8 sm:h-8"})}),e.jsx("div",{className:"absolute bottom-20 sm:bottom-24 left-1/2 -translate-x-1/2 flex gap-2 sm:gap-3",style:{zIndex:4},children:r.map((t,a)=>e.jsx("button",{type:"button",onClick:()=>f(a),className:"group relative flex items-center justify-center w-12 h-12","aria-label":`Go to slide ${a+1}`,children:e.jsx("span",{className:`h-2 sm:h-3 rounded-full transition-all duration-300 ${a===x?"w-8 sm:w-10 bg-orange-400":"w-2 sm:w-3 bg-white/50 group-hover:bg-white/70"}`})},`indicator-${a}`))})]}),e.jsxs("div",{className:"absolute bottom-6 sm:bottom-8 left-1/2 -translate-x-1/2 flex flex-col items-center text-white/70 hover:text-white cursor-pointer transition-colors",style:{zIndex:4},onClick:H,children:[e.jsx("span",{className:"text-xs sm:text-sm mb-1",children:"Scroll to explore"}),e.jsx(Y,{className:"w-5 h-5 sm:w-6 sm:h-6 animate-bounce"})]})]}),e.jsxs("section",{id:"explore",className:"relative py-0 overflow-hidden",children:[e.jsxs("div",{className:"flex flex-col lg:flex-row min-h-[90vh]",children:[e.jsxs("div",{className:"relative w-full lg:w-1/2 h-[50vh] lg:h-auto overflow-hidden",children:[c.map((t,a)=>

1e.jsx(s.div,{initial:!1,animate:{opacity:p===a?1:0,scale:p===a?1:1.1},transition:{duration:1.2,ease:"easeInOut"},className:"absolute inset-0",children:e.jsx("div",{className:"absolute inset-0 bg-cover bg-center transition-transform ease-out",style:{backgroundImage:`url("${t.url}")`,transform:p===a?"scale(1.05)":"scale(1)",transitionDuration:"8000ms"}})},a)),e.jsx("div",{className:"absolute inset-0 bg-gradient-to-t from-black/60 via-black/20 to-transparent"}),e.jsx("div",{className:"absolute inset-0 bg-gradient-to-r from-black/30 via-transparent to-transparent lg:bg-gradient-to-l"}),e.jsx("div",{className:"absolute bottom-24 left-8 flex gap-2 z-10",children:c.map((t,a)=>e.jsx("button",{onClick:()=>y(a),className:`h-1 rounded-full transition-all duration-300 ${p===a?"w-8 bg-white":"w-2 bg-white/40 hover:bg-white/60"}`},a))}),e.jsx(X,{mode:"wait",children:e.jsxs(s.div,{initial:{opacity:0,y:20},animate:{opacity:1,y:0},exit:{opacity:0,y:-20},transition:{duration:.5},className:"absolute bottom-32 left-8 text-white z-10",children:[e.jsx("h3",{className:"text-2xl font-bold mb-1",children:c[p].title}),e.jsx("p",{className:"text-white/80 text-sm",children:c[p].subtitle})]},p)}),e.jsx(s.div,{initial:{opacity:0,y:30},whileInView:{opacity:1,y:0},viewport:{once:!0},transition:{duration:.8,delay:.5},className:"absolute top-8 left-8 lg:top-auto lg:bottom-8 lg:right-8 lg:left-auto z-10",children:e.jsxs("div",{className:"bg-white/95 backdrop-blur-md rounded-2xl p-4 shadow-2xl",children:[e.jsxs("div",{className:"flex items-center gap-3 mb-2",children:[e.jsx("div",{className:"w-2 h-2 bg-green-500 rounded-full animate-pulse"}),e.jsx("span",{className:"text-xs font-medium text-gray-600",children:"Live from Sri Lanka"})]}),e.jsx("p",{className:"text-sm text-gray-800 font-medium",children:'"Currently 28°C and sunny in Colombo"'})]})}),e.jsxs("div",{className:"absolute inset-y-0 left-0 right-0 flex items-center justify-between px-4 pointer-events-none z-10",children:[e.jsx("button",{onClick:()=>y(t=>(t-1+c.length)%c.length),className:"w-10 h-10 rounded-full bg-white/20 backdrop-blur-sm flex items-center justify-center text-white hover:bg-white/30 transition-colors pointer-events-auto",children:e.jsx(S,{className:"w-5 h-5"})}),e.jsx("button",{onClick:()=>y(t=>(t+1)%c.length),className:"w-10 h-10 rounded-full bg-white/20 backdrop-blur-sm flex items-center justify-center text-white hover:bg-white/30 transition-colors pointer-events-auto",children:e.jsx(k,{className:"w-5 h-5"})})]})]}),e.jsx("div",{className:"w-full lg:w-1/2 bg-[#faf9f7] flex items-center",children:e.jsx("div",{className:"w-full max-w-2xl mx-auto px-8 py-16 lg:py-24 lg:pl-16 lg:pr-12",children:e.jsxs(s.div,{initial:{opacity:0,y:30},whileInView:{opacity:1,y:0},viewport:{once:!0},transition:{duration:.8},children:[e.jsxs("div",{className:"flex items-center gap-3 mb-6",children:[e.jsx("div",{className:"w-12 h-px bg-amber-500"}),e.jsx("span",{className:"text-sm font-semibold text-amber-700 uppercase tracking-wider",children:"The Island"})]}),e.jsxs("h2",{className:"text-4xl md:text-5xl lg:text-6xl font-bold text-gray-900 mb-6 font-playfair leading-[1.1]",children:["Why choose Recharge Travels for your",e.jsx("br",{}),e.jsx("span",{className:"text-transparent bg-clip-text bg-gradient-to-r from-amber-600 to-orange-500",children:"Sri Lanka trip in 2026?"})]}),e.jsx("p",{className:"text-lg text-gray-600 leading-relaxed mb-8",children:"Smaller than Tasmania, yet home to 8 UNESCO sites, 26 national parks, and over 2,500 years of recorded history. Where else can you spot leopards at dawn, surf at noon, explore ancient temples by afternoon, and dine on the world's freshest seafood by sunset?"}),e.jsx("div",{className:"flex flex-wrap gap-3 mb-10",children:[{number:"65,610",label:"km²"},{number:"22M",label:"people"},{number:"1,340",label:"km coast"},{number:"8",label:"UNESCO"}].map((t,a)=>e.jsxs("div",{className:"flex items-baseline gap-1.5 px-4 py-2 bg-white rounded-full border border-gray-200",children:[e.jsx("span",{className:"text-lg font-bold text-gray-900",children:t.number}),e.jsx("span",{className:"text-sm text-gray-500",children:t.label})]},a))}),e.jsxs("div",{className:"flex flex-col sm:flex-row gap-4",children:[e.jsx(m,{to:"/destinations",children:e.jsxs(L,{size:"lg",className:"w-full sm:w-auto bg-gray-900 hover:bg-gray-800 text-white px-8 py-6 rounded-full text-base font-medium",children:["Explore Destinations",e.

1jsx("span",{className:"ml-2",children:"→"})]})}),e.jsx(m,{to:"/book-now",children:e.jsx(L,{size:"lg",variant:"outline",className:"w-full sm:w-auto border-2 border-gray-300 text-gray-700 hover:bg-gray-100 px-8 py-6 rounded-full text-base font-medium",children:"Start Planning"})})]})]})})})]}),e.jsx("div",{className:"bg-gray-900 py-6",children:e.jsx("div",{className:"max-w-7xl mx-auto px-4",children:e.jsx("div",{className:"flex flex-wrap justify-center gap-x-12 gap-y-4 text-center",children:[{emoji:"🏛️",text:"2,500+ years of history"},{emoji:"🐆",text:"Highest leopard density"},{emoji:"🐘",text:"Wild elephant herds"},{emoji:"🌊",text:"Blue whale sanctuary"},{emoji:"☕",text:"World-famous Ceylon tea"}].map((t,a)=>e.jsxs("div",{className:"flex items-center gap-2",children:[e.jsx("span",{className:"text-xl",children:t.emoji}),e.jsx("span",{className:"text-sm text-white/80",children:t.text})]},a))})})})]}),e.jsx("section",{className:"py-24 bg-white",children:e.jsxs("div",{className:"container mx-auto px-4 lg:px-8",children:[e.jsxs(s.div,{initial:{opacity:0,y:30},whileInView:{opacity:1,y:0},viewport:{once:!0},transition:{duration:.8},className:"text-center mb-16",children:[e.jsxs(I,{className:"mb-4 bg-amber-100 text-amber-700 px-4 py-1",children:[e.jsx(E,{className:"w-3 h-3 mr-1 inline"}),"Travel Planning"]}),e.jsx("h2",{className:"text-4xl md:text-5xl font-bold text-gray-900 mb-4 font-playfair",children:"Best Time to Visit"}),e.jsx("p",{className:"text-xl text-gray-600 max-w-3xl mx-auto",children:"Sri Lanka enjoys two monsoon seasons, meaning there's always a perfect destination regardless of when you visit"})]}),e.jsx("div",{className:"grid grid-cols-1 md:grid-cols-2 lg:grid-cols-4 gap-6",children:W.map((t,a)=>{const u=t.icon;return e.jsxs(s.div,{initial:{opacity:0,y:30},whileInView:{opacity:1,y:0},viewport:{once:!0},transition:{duration:.6,delay:a*.1},whileHover:{scale:1.05,y:-5},className:"bg-white rounded-2xl shadow-xl overflow-hidden border border-gray-100 hover:shadow-2xl transition-all",children:[e.jsx("div",{className:`h-2 bg-gradient-to-r ${t.color}`}),e.jsxs("div",{className:"p-6",children:[e.jsx("div",{className:`w-14 h-14 rounded-xl bg-gradient-to-br ${t.color} flex items-center justify-center mb-4`,children:e.jsx(u,{className:"w-7 h-7 text-white"})}),e.jsx("div",{className:"text-sm font-bold text-gray-500 mb-1",children:t.name}),e.jsx("h3",{className:"text-lg font-bold text-gray-900 mb-2",children:t.title}),e.jsx("p",{className:"text-sm text-gray-600 mb-4",children:t.description}),e.jsxs("div",{className:"flex items-center text-sm",children:[e.jsx(se,{className:"w-4 h-4 mr-2 text-gray-400"}),e.jsx("span",{className:"font-semibold text-gray-700",children:t.temp})]})]})]},a)})})]})}),!h&&e.jsxs("section",{className:"relative py-28 md:py-36 bg-[#0a0a0a] overflow-hidden",children:[e.jsxs("div",{className:"absolute inset-0",children:[e.jsx("div",{className:"absolute top-0 left-1/4 w-[600px] h-[600px] bg-amber-500/5 rounded-full blur-[150px]"}),e.jsx("div",{className:"absolute bottom-0 right-1/4 w-[500px] h-[500px] bg-emerald-500/5 rounded-full blur-[150px]"}),e.jsx("div",{className:"absolute inset-0 opacity-[0.03]",style:{backgroundImage:"linear-gradient(rgba(255,255,255,0.1) 1px, transparent 1px), linear-gradient(90deg, rgba(255,255,255,0.1) 1px, transparent 1px)",backgroundSize:"60px 60px"}})]}),e.jsxs("div",{className:"relative z-10 max-w-7xl mx-auto px-4 sm:px-6 lg:px-8",children:[e.jsxs(s.div,{initial:{opacity:0,y:30},whileInView:{opacity:1,y:0},viewport:{once:!0},transition:{duration:.8},className:"text-center mb-20",children:[e.jsx(s.span,{initial:{opacity:0,letterSpacing:"0.3em"},whileInView:{opacity:1,letterSpacing:"0.5em"},viewport:{once:!0},transition:{duration:1,delay:.2},className:"inline-block text-[11px] font-medium tracking-[0.5em] text-amber-400/80 uppercase mb-6",children:"Ways to Travel"}),e.jsxs("h2",{className:"text-4xl md:text-6xl lg:text-7xl font-bold text-white mb-6 font-playfair leading-[1.1]",children:["Your Journey,",e.jsx("br",{}),e.jsx("span",{className:"text-transparent bg-clip-text bg-gradient-to-r from-amber-200 via-amber-400 to-amber-200",children:"Your Style"})]}),e.jsx("p",{className:"text-lg md:text-xl text-white/50 max-w-2xl mx-auto leading-relaxed",children:"From the intimacy of a private chauffeur to the romance of scenic railways, discover Sri Lanka at your own pace."})]}),e.jsx("div",{className:"space-y-8 md:space-y-0 md:grid md:grid-cols-12 md:gap-6",children:M.map((t,a)=>e.jsx(s.div,{initial:{opacity:0,y:50},whileInView:{opacity:1,y:0},viewport:{once:!0},transition:{duration:.7,delay:a*.15},className:`group relative ${a===0?"md:col-span-6 md:row-span-2":"md:col-span-6"}`,children:e.jsxs("div",{className:`relative overflow-hidden rounded-2xl ${a===0?"h-[500px] md:h-full":"h-[320px]"}`,children:[e.jsx("div",{className:"absolute inset-0 bg-cover bg-center transition-transform duration-700 group-hover:scale-105",style:{backgroundImage:`url("${t.image}")`}}),e.jsx("div",{className:"absolute inset-0 bg-gradient-to-t from-black via-black/60 to-transparent"}),t.recommended&&e.jsx("div",{className:"absolute top-6 left-6",children:e.jsx("span",{className:"inline-block px-4 py-2 bg-amber-400 text-black text-xs font-bold uppercase tracking-wider rounded-full",children:"Most Popular"})}),e.jsxs("div",{className:"absolute inset-0 flex flex-col justify-end p-8",children:[e.jsx("span",{className:"text-amber-400/90 text-sm font-medium tracking-wider up

1percase mb-2",children:t.subtitle}),e.jsx("h3",{className:"text-2xl md:text-3xl font-bold text-white mb-3 font-playfair",children:t.title}),e.jsx("p",{className:"text-white/70 leading-relaxed mb-5 max-w-md",children:t.description}),e.jsx("div",{className:"flex flex-wrap gap-2 mb-6",children:t.features.map((u,w)=>e.jsx("span",{className:"px-3 py-1.5 bg-white/10 backdrop-blur-sm rounded-full text-xs text-white/80 border border-white/10",children:u},w))}),e.jsxs("div",{className:"flex items-center justify-between",children:[e.jsx("span",{className:"text-2xl font-bold text-white",children:t.price}),e.jsxs(m,{to:"/book-now",className:"group/btn flex items-center gap-2 px-5 py-2.5 bg-white text-black font-semibold text-sm rounded-full hover:bg-amber-400 transition-colors",children:[e.jsx("span",{children:"Book Now"}),e.jsx("span",{className:"transform group-hover/btn:translate-x-1 transition-transform",children:"→"})]})]})]})]})},a))}),e.jsx(s.div,{initial:{opacity:0},whileInView:{opacity:1},viewport:{once:!0},transition:{duration:.8,delay:.6},className:"text-center mt-16",children:e.jsx("p",{className:"text-white/40 text-sm",children:"All transfers include meet & greet service • Free cancellation up to 48 hours"})})]})]}),e.jsxs("section",{className:"relative py-24 md:py-32 bg-[#f8f7f4] overflow-hidden",children:[e.jsx("div",{className:"absolute top-0 right-0 w-1/3 h-full bg-gradient-to-l from-amber-50/50 to-transparent"}),e.jsx("div",{className:"absolute bottom-0 left-0 w-64 h-64 bg-gradient-to-tr from-blue-100/30 to-transparent rounded-full blur-3xl"}),e.jsxs("div",{className:"relative z-10 max-w-7xl mx-auto px-4 sm:px-6 lg:px-8",children:[e.jsxs(s.div,{initial:{opacity:0,y:30},whileInView:{opacity:1,y:0},viewport:{once:!0},transition:{duration:.8},className:"max-w-2xl mb-16",children:[e.jsx("span",{className:"text-sm font-semibold text-amber-700 uppercase tracking-wider mb-3 block",children:"Know Before You Go"}),e.jsxs("h2",{className:"text-4xl md:text-5xl font-bold text-gray-900 mb-5 font-playfair leading-tight",children:["Quick Facts",e.jsx("br",{}),e.jsx("span",{className:"text-gray-400",children:"for Your Trip"})]}),e.jsx("p",{className:"text-lg text-gray-600 leading-relaxed",children:"Everything you need at a glance. Save this page for easy reference during your travels."})]}),e.jsx("div",{className:"grid grid-cols-1 md:grid-cols-2 lg:grid-cols-4 gap-6",children:B.map((t,a)=>e.jsx(s.div,{initial:{opacity:0,y:30},whileInView:{opacity:1,y:0},viewport:{once:!0},transition:{duration:.6,delay:a*.1},className:"group",children:e.jsxs("div",{className:"bg-white rounded-2xl overflow-hidden shadow-sm hover:shadow-xl transition-all duration-500 h-full",children:[e.jsx("div",{className:`bg-gradient-to-r ${t.color} px-6 py-4`,children:e.jsx("h3",{className:"text-white font-bold text-lg",children:t.category})}),e.jsx("div",{className:"p-6 space-y-5",children:t.tips.map((u,w)=>e.jsxs("div",{className:"relative",children:[e.jsx("div",{className:"text-xs font-semibold text-gray-400 uppercase tracking-wider mb-1",children:u.label}),e.jsx("div",{className:"text-lg font-bold text-gray-900 mb-0.5",children:u.value}),e.jsx("div",{className:"text-sm text-gray-500",children:u.detail}),w<t.tips.length-1&&e.jsx("div",{className:"absolute -bottom-2.5 left-0 right-0 h-px bg-gray-100"})]},w))})]})},a))}),e.jsx(s.div,{initial:{opacity:0}

1,whileInView:{opacity:1},viewport:{once:!0},transition:{duration:.8,delay:.5},className:"mt-12 text-center",children:e.jsxs("p",{className:"text-gray-500 text-sm",children:["Need more details? ",e.jsx("a",{href:"/travel-guide",className:"text-amber-700 font-medium hover:underline",children:"Read our complete travel guide →"})]})})]})]}),!h&&e.jsxs("section",{className:"relative py-28 md:py-36 bg-[#1a1614] overflow-hidden",children:[e.jsx("div",{className:"absolute inset-0 opacity-20",children:e.jsx("div",{className:"absolute inset-0",style:{backgroundImage:`url("data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg width='60' height='60' viewBox='0 0 60 60' xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%3E%3Cg fill='none' fill-rule='evenodd'%3E%3Cg fill='%23ffffff' fill-opacity='0.05'%3E%3Cpath d='M36 34v-4h-2v4h-4v2h4v4h2v-4h4v-2h-4zm0-30V0h-2v4h-4v2h4v4h2V6h4V4h-4zM6 34v-4H4v4H0v2h4v4h2v-4h4v-2H6zM6 4V0H4v4H0v2h4v4h2V6h4V4H6z'/%3E%3C/g%3E%3C/g%3E%3C/svg%3E")`}})}),e.jsx("div",{className:"absolute top-1/4 right-0 w-96 h-96 bg-orange-500/10 rounded-full blur-[100px]"}),e.jsx("div",{className:"absolute bottom-0 left-1/4 w-64 h-64 bg-amber-500/10 rounded-full blur-[80px]"}),e.jsxs("div",{className:"relative z-10 max-w-7xl mx-auto px-4 sm:px-6 lg:px-8",children:[e.jsxs(s.div,{initial:{opacity:0,y:30},whileInView:{opacity:1,y:0},viewport:{once:!0},transition:{duration:.8},className:"text-center mb-20",children:[e.jsx("span",{className:"inline-block text-amber-400 text-sm font-medium tracking-[0.3em] uppercase mb-4",children:"A Feast for the Senses"}),e.jsxs("h2",{className:"text-4xl md:text-6xl lg:text-7xl font-bold text-white mb-6 font-playfair leading-[1.1]",children:["Flavors That",e.jsx("br",{}),e.jsx("span",{className:"text-transparent bg-clip-text bg-gradient-to-r from-orange-300 via-amber-400 to-yellow-300",children:"Haunt Your Dreams"})]}),e.jsx("p",{className:"text-lg text-white/60 max-w-2xl mx-auto leading-relaxed",children:"Sri Lankan cuisine isn't just food—it's fire, it's comfort, it's grandmother's kitchen and street corner chaos all at once. Prepare to fall in love."})]}),e.jsx("div",{className:"grid grid-cols-1 md:grid-cols-2 lg:grid-cols-3 gap-6 md:gap-8",children:D.map((t,a)=>e.jsx(s.div,{initial:{opacity:0,y:40},whileInView:{opacity:1,y:0},viewport:{once:!0},transition:{duration:.7,delay:a*.1},className:`group relative ${a===0?"md:col-span-2 md:row-span-2":""}`,children:e.jsxs("div",{className:`relative overflow-hidden rounded-2xl ${a===0?"h-[500px] md:h-full min-h-[600px]":"h-[400px]"}`,children:[e.jsx("div",{className:"absolute inset-0 bg-cover bg-center transition-transform duration-700 group-hover:scale-110",style:{backgroundImage:`url("${t.image}")`}}),e.jsx("div",{className:"absolute inset-0 bg-gradient-to-t from-black via-black/50 to-transparent opacity-80 group-hover:opacity-90 transition-opacity duration-500"}),t.spiceLevel&&e.jsx("div",{className:"absolute top-5 right-5 bg-black/50 backdrop-blur-sm px-3 py-1.5 rounded-full",children:e.jsx("span",{className:"text-sm",children:t.spiceLevel})}),e.jsxs("div",{className:"absolute inset-0 flex flex-col justify-end p-6 md:p-8",children:[e.jsx("span",{className:"text-amber-400/90 text-sm font-medium tracking-wider uppercase mb-2",children:t.tagline}),e.jsx("h3",{className:`font-bold text-white mb-3 font-playfair ${a===0?"text-3xl md:text-4xl":"text-2xl"}`,children:t.title}),e.jsx("p",{className:`text-white/70 leading-relaxed mb-4 ${a===0?"text-base max-w-xl":"text-sm line-clamp-3 group-hover:line-clamp-none transition-all"}`,children:t.description}),e.jsxs("div",{className:"flex items-start gap-2 pt-4 border-t border-white/10",children:[e.jsx("span",{className:"text-amber-400 text-xs font-bold uppercase shrink-0 mt-0.5",children:"Tip:"}),e.jsx("span",{className:"text-white/60 text-sm italic",children:t.mustTry})]})]})]})},a))}),e.jsxs(s.div,{initial:{opacity:0}

1,whileInView:{opacity:1},viewport:{once:!0},transition:{duration:.8,delay:.5},className:"text-center mt-16",children:[e.jsx("p",{className:"text-white/40 text-sm mb-6",children:"Still hungry? Our drivers know every hidden gem and secret family restaurant."}),e.jsxs(m,{to:"/experiences/culinary-tours",className:"inline-flex items-center gap-2 px-8 py-4 bg-gradient-to-r from-orange-500 to-amber-500 text-white font-semibold rounded-full hover:from-orange-600 hover:to-amber-600 transition-all duration-300 shadow-lg shadow-orange-500/25",children:[e.jsx("span",{children:"Explore Food Tours"}),e.jsx("span",{children:"→"})]})]})]})]}),e.jsx("section",{className:"relative py-24 md:py-32 bg-white overflow-hidden",children:e.jsxs("div",{className:"max-w-7xl mx-auto px-4 sm:px-6 lg:px-8",children:[e.jsxs(s.div,{initial:{opacity:0,y:30},whileInView:{opacity:1,y:0},viewport:{once:!0},transition:{duration:.8},className:"text-center mb-20",children:[e.jsx("span",{className:"text-sm font-semibold text-emerald-600 uppercase tracking-wider mb-3 block",children:"The Numbers Don't Lie"}),e.jsxs("h2",{className:"text-4xl md:text-5xl font-bold text-gray-900 mb-5 font-playfair leading-tight",children:["Why Sri Lanka?",e.jsx("br",{}),e.jsx("span",{className:"text-gray-400",children:"Let Us Show You."})]})]}),e.jsxs("div",{className:"grid grid-cols-1 md:grid-cols-2 lg:grid-cols-4 gap-4 md:gap-6",children:[e.jsx(s.div,{initial:{opacity:0,y:30},whileInView:{opacity:1,y:0},viewport:{once:!0},transition:{duration:.6},className:"lg:col-span-2 lg:row-span-2 relative group overflow-hidden rounded-3xl bg-slate-900 cursor-pointer",children:e.jsxs(m,{to:"/heritage",className:"block h-full w-full",children:[e.jsx("div",{className:"absolute inset-0 bg-cover bg-center transition-transform duration-700 group-hover:scale-105",style:{backgroundImage:'url("/images/sigiriya-bespoke.webp")'}}),e.jsx("div",{className:"absolute inset-0 bg-gradient-to-t from-black/80 via-black/40 to-transparent"}),e.jsxs("div",{className:"relative h-full min-h-[400px] lg:min-h-[500px] flex flex-col justify-end p-8",children:[e.jsx("div",{className:"text-7xl md:text-8xl font-bold text-white mb-2 font-playfair",children:"8"}),e.jsx("h3",{className:"text-2xl font-bold text-white mb-2",children:"UNESCO World Heritage Sites"}),e.jsx("p",{className:"text-white/70 max-w-md",children:"Ancient cities, sacred temples, and colonial fortresses. More heritage sites per square mile than almost anywhere on Earth."}),e.jsx("div",{className:"mt-4 flex flex-wrap gap-2",children:["Sigiriya","Kandy","Galle Fort","Anuradhapura"].map(t=>e.jsx("span",{className:"px-3 py-1 bg-white/10 backdrop-blur-sm rounded-full text-xs text-white/80",children:t},t))})]})]})}),e.jsxs(s.div,{initial:{opacity:0,y:30},whileInView:{opacity:1,y:0},viewport:{once:!0},transition:{duration:.6,delay:.1},className:"relative group overflow-hidden rounded-3xl p-6 md:p-8 bg-slate-900",children:[e.jsx("div",{className:"absolute inset-0 bg-cover bg-center transition-transform duration-700 group-hover:scale-105",style:{backgroundImage:'url("/images/yala-leopard-bespoke.webp")'}}),e.jsx("div",{className:"absolute inset-0 bg-gradient-to-t from-black/90 via-black/40 to-transparent"}),e.jsxs("div",{className:"relative z-10 h-full flex flex-col justify-end",children:[e.jsx("div",{className:"text-5xl md:text-6xl font-bold text-white mb-2 font-playfair",children:"26"}),e.jsx("h3",{className:"text-lg font-bold text-white mb-1",children:"National Parks"}),e.jsx("p",{className:"text-white/80 text-sm leading-relaxed",children:"The highest density of leopards in the world, plus gathering rights for hundreds of elephants."})]})]}),e.jsxs(s.div,{initial:{opacity:0,y:30},whileInView:{opacity:1,y:0},viewport:{once:!0},transition:{duration:.6,delay:.15},className:"relative group overflow-hidden rounded-3xl bg-slate-900",children:[e.jsx("div",{className:"absolute inset-0 bg-cover bg-center transition-transform duration-700 group-hover:scale-105",style:{backgroundImage:'url("/images/mirissa-bespoke.webp")'}}),e.jsx("div",{className:"absolute inset-0 bg-gradient-to-t from-black/80 to-black/20"}),e.jsxs("div",{className:"relative h-full min-h-[200px] flex flex-col justify-end p-6",children:[e.jsx("div",{className:"text-4xl md:text-5xl font-bold text-white mb-1 font-playfair",children:"1,340km"}),e.jsx("h3",{className:"text-sm font-bold text-white/90",children:"Pristine Coastline"})]})]}),e.jsxs(s.div,{initial:{opacity:0,y:30},whileInView:{opacity:1,y:0},viewport:{once:!0},transition:{duration:.6,delay:.2},className:"relative group overflow-hidden rounded-3xl bg-slate-900",children:[e.jsx("div",{className:"absolute inset-0 bg-cover bg-center transition-transform duration-700 group-hover:scale-105",style:{backgroundImage:'url("/images/tea-country-bespoke.webp")'}}),e.jsx("div",{className:"absolute inset-0 bg-gradient-to-t from-black/80 to-black/20"}),e.jsxs("div",{className:"relative h-full min-h-[200px] flex flex-col justify-end p-6",children:[e.jsx("div",{className:"text-4xl md:text-5xl font-bold text-white mb-1 font-playfair",children:"#3"}),e.jsx("h3",{className:"text-sm font-bold text-white/90",children:"World's Tea Exporter"})]})]}),e.jsxs(s.div,{initial:{opacity:0,y:30},whileInView:{opacity:1,y:0},viewport:{once:!0},transition:{duration:.6,delay:.25},className:"bg-gray-900 rounded-3xl p-6 md:p-8 flex flex-col justify-between",children:[e.jsx("blockquote",{className:"text-lg md:text-xl text-white font-playfair italic leading-relaxed",children:'"The one island where you can see leopards in the morning, surf at lunch, and explore ancient ruins by sunset."'}),e.jsx("div",{className:"mt-4 pt-4 border-t border-white/10",children:e.jsx("p",{className:"text-white/50 text-sm",children:"— Lonely Planet"})})]})]}),e.jsx(s.div,{initial:{opacity:0,y:30},whileInView:{opacity:1,y:0},viewport:{once:!0},transition:{duration:.6,delay:.3},className:"grid grid-cols-2 md:grid-cols-4 gap-4 mt-6",children:[{stat:"2,500+",label:"Years of History",sublabel:"One of the oldest civilizations"},{stat:"4",label:"Religions Coexist",sublabel:"Buddhist, Hindu, Muslim, Christian"},{stat:"65,610",label:"Square Kilometers",sublabel:"Smaller than Scotland"},{stat:"22M",label:"Warm Hearts",sublabel:"Famous Sri Lankan hospital

1ity"}].map((t,a)=>e.jsxs("div",{className:"bg-gray-50 rounded-2xl p-5 md:p-6 text-center hover:bg-gray-100 transition-colors",children:[e.jsx("div",{className:"text-2xl md:text-3xl font-bold text-gray-900 mb-1",children:t.stat}),e.jsx("div",{className:"text-sm font-semibold text-gray-700 mb-1",children:t.label}),e.jsx("div",{className:"text-xs text-gray-500",children:t.sublabel})]},a))})]})}),n.length>0&&e.jsx("section",{className:"py-24 bg-gradient-to-b from-slate-50 to-white",children:e.jsxs("div",{className:"container mx-auto px-4 lg:px-8",children:[e.jsxs(s.div,{initial:{opacity:0,y:30},whileInView:{opacity:1,y:0},viewport:{once:!0},transition:{duration:.8},className:"text-center mb-16",children:[e.jsxs(I,{className:"mb-4 bg-slate-900/90 text-white px-4 py-1",children:[e.jsx(ie,{className:"w-3 h-3 mr-1 inline"}),"Immersive Gallery"]}),e.jsx("h2",{className:"text-4xl md:text-5xl font-bold text-gray-900 mb-4 font-playfair",children:"Real Moments from Sri Lanka"}),e.jsx("p",{className:"text-xl text-gray-600 max-w-3xl mx-auto",children:"Every image below is managed from your admin panel, so updating the gallery is as easy as uploading a photo."})]}),e.jsx("div",{className:"grid grid-cols-1 md:grid-cols-2 lg:grid-cols-3 gap-6",children:n.map((t,a)=>e.jsxs(s.button,{type:"button",onClick:()=>d(a),initial:{opacity:0,y:30},whileInView:{opacity:1,y:0},viewport:{once:!0},transition:{duration:.5,delay:a*.05},className:"group relative overflow-hidden rounded-3xl shadow-lg hover:shadow-2xl transition-all focus:outline-none focus-visible:ring-2 focus-visible:ring-blue-500",children:[e.jsx("div",{className:"aspect-[4/3] w-full overflow-hidden",children:e.jsx("img",{src:t.url,alt:t.caption||`Sri Lanka gallery image ${a+1}`,className:"h-full w-full object-cover transition-transform duration-500 group-hover:scale-110"})}),e.jsx("div",{className:"absolute inset-0 bg-gradient-to-t from-black/60 via-black/20 to-transparent opacity-0 group-hover:opacity-100 transition-opacity duration-300"}),e.jsx("div",{className:"absolute bottom-4 left-4 right-4 opacity-0 group-hover:opacity-100 transition-opacity duration-300 text-left",children:e.jsx("p",{className:"text-white text-lg font-semibold",children:t.caption||"View photo"})})]},`${t.url}-${a}`))})]})}),e.jsx(z,{faqs:ne,title:"Frequently Asked Questions \\u2013 About Sri Lanka 2026",description:"Everything you need to know about visiting Sri Lanka in 2026 including best time to visit, visa requirements, safety, currency, and top experiences.",pageUrl:"/about/sri-lanka",showCategories:!0}),e.jsxs("section",{className:"py-24 bg-gradient-to-r from-blue-600 via-teal-600 to-blue-600 text-white relative overflow-hidden",children:[e.jsx(s.div,{className:"absolute inset-0 opacity-20",animate:{backgroundPosition:["0% 0%","100% 100%"]},transition:{duration:20,repeat:3,repeatType:"reverse"},style:{backgroundImage:"radial-gradient(circle, white 2px, transparent 2px)",backgroundSize:"50px 50px"}}),e.jsx("div",{className:"container mx-auto px-4 lg:px-8 text-center relative z-10",children:e.jsxs(s.div,{initial:{opacity:0,y:30},whileInView:{opacity:1,y:0},viewport:{once:!0},transition:{duration:.8},children:[e.jsx("h2",{className:"text-4xl md:text-6xl font-bold mb-6 font-playfair",children:"Ready to Explore Sri Lanka?"}),e.jsx("p",{className:"text-xl md:text-2xl mb-12 opacity-95 max-w-3xl mx-auto",children:"Start planning your unforgettable journey to the Pearl of the Indian Ocean"}),e.jsxs("div",{className:"flex flex-col sm:flex-row gap-6 justify-center",children:[e.jsx("a",{href:"https://wa.me/94777721999?text=Hello%20Recharge%20Travels,%20I'm%20interested%20in%20Sri%20Lanka%20tours",className:"inline-flex items-center justify-center px-10 py-5 bg-green-600 hover:bg-green-700 rounded-full font-semibold text-lg transition-all hover:scale-105 shadow-2xl",children:"WhatsApp +94 77 77 21 999"}),e.jsxs(m,{to:"/tours",className:"inline-flex items-center justify-center px-10 py-5 bg-white text-blue-600 hover:bg-gray-100 rounded-full font-semibold text-lg transition-all hover:scale-105 shadow-2xl",children:[e.jsx(_,{className:"w-5 h-5 mr-2"}),"Explore Tours"]})]})]})})]})]}),i!==null&&n[i]&&e.jsxs("div",{className:"fixed inset-0 z-50 flex items-center justify-center px-4",children:[e.jsx("div",{className:"absolute inset-0 bg-black/80 backdrop-blur-sm",onClick:()=>d(null)}),e.jsx("div",{className:"relative z-10 w-full max-w-5xl",children:e.jsxs("div",{className:"relative bg-slate-900 rounded-3xl p-4 md:p-8 shadow-2xl",children:[e.jsx("button",{type:"button",onClick:()=>

1d(null),className:"absolute right-4 top-4 rounded-full bg-white/20 p-2 text-white hover:bg-white/30 transition-colors",children:e.jsx(le,{className:"w-5 h-5"})}),e.jsxs("div",{className:"relative",children:[e.jsx("img",{src:n[i].url,alt:n[i].caption||"Sri Lanka gallery image",className:"w-full max-h-[70vh] object-contain rounded-2xl"}),n.length>1&&e.jsxs(e.Fragment,{children:[e.jsx("button",{type:"button",onClick:F,className:"absolute left-2 top-1/2 -translate-y-1/2 rounded-full bg-white/20 p-3 text-white hover:bg-white/30 transition-colors",children:e.jsx(S,{className:"w-6 h-6"})}),e.jsx("button",{type:"button",onClick:V,className:"absolute right-2 top-1/2 -translate-y-1/2 rounded-full bg-white/20 p-3 text-white hover:bg-white/30 transition-colors",children:e.jsx(k,{className:"w-6 h-6"})})]})]}),n[i].caption&&e.jsx("p",{className:"mt-6 text-center text-white/80 text-lg",children:n[i].caption})]})})]})]})};export{Be as default};