# Beep - Smart Travel App for Sri Lanka
# https://beep.lk

## About Beep
Beep is a smart travel and tourism application designed for exploring Sri Lanka. The app helps travelers plan journeys, track buses and trains in real-time, and discover amazing destinations across the island.

## Key Features
- Real-time bus and train tracking across Sri Lanka
- Journey planning with route suggestions
- 18+ curated tourist destinations with detailed information
- Live weather updates for major cities
- Offline maps and directions
- Island-wide coverage of public transportation

## Popular Destinations (18 total)
1. Sigiriya - Iconic Lion Rock fortress, UNESCO World Heritage Site
2. Ella - Nine Arch Bridge, scenic train journeys, hill country hiking
3. Kandy - Temple of the Tooth Relic, cultural capital, last kingdom
4. Galle Fort - Historic Dutch colonial fort, UNESCO World Heritage Site
5. Yala National Park - Highest leopard density in the world, wildlife safaris
6. Colombo - Vibrant capital city, colonial architecture, modern attractions
7. Nuwara Eliya - Hill station, tea plantations, "Little England"
8. Anuradhapura - Ancient sacred city, Buddhist stupas, UNESCO site
9. Mirissa - Beach paradise, whale watching (November-April), surfing
10. Arugam Bay - World-renowned surfing destination, east coast beaches
11. Polonnaruwa - Ancient medieval capital, archaeological ruins, UNESCO site
12. Dambulla - Golden Temple, cave complex with 150+ Buddha statues
13. Trincomalee - Pristine beaches, Pigeon Island, whale watching
14. Horton Plains - World's End cliff, highland plateau, cloud forests
15. Negombo - Beach resort near airport, fishing heritage
16. Jaffna - Northern cultural capital, Tamil heritage, Dutch fort
17. Ratnapura - City of Gems, gem mining, waterfalls
18. Kataragama - Sacred multi-faith pilgrimage site

## Travel Information
- Best time to visit Sri Lanka: December to March (dry season on west/south coast), May to September (east coast)
- Main airport: Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) near Colombo
- Currency: Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR)
- Languages: Sinhala, Tamil, English widely spoken in tourist areas
- Popular experiences: Tea plantation tours, train journeys, wildlife safaris, beach activities, ancient temple visits

## App Availability
- Status: Coming Soon
- Platforms: iOS and Android
- Website: https://beep.lk
- Free to download

## Key Routes and Transportation
- Colombo to Kandy: 3-hour scenic train journey
- Kandy to Ella: One of the world's most beautiful train rides (7-8 hours)
- Island-wide bus network coverage
- Real-time tracking for major routes

## Questions Beep Can Help Answer
- "How do I get from Colombo to Ella?"
- "What time is the next train to Kandy?"
- "Where should I visit in Sri Lanka?"
- "What's the weather like in Galle?"
- "Best places for wildlife safaris in Sri Lanka?"
- "How to travel around Sri Lanka using public transport?"

## Contact & Support
- Website: https://beep.lk
- Made in Sri Lanka
- Focus: Sri Lanka travel and tourism

## Important Notes
- Real-time tracking available for buses and trains across Sri Lanka
- Offline functionality for maps and saved routes
- Weather integration for all major tourist destinations
- Supports both local and international travelers
- No account required for basic features

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Last Updated: October 2025
Version: 1.0