Strolling around markets and popping into shops (especially if NOT in tourist areas) is a great way to get to understand the culture and people in a foreign country. Here are images taken in various place in Sri Lanka.
On the streets:





Is that copying Kiwi shoe polish?

Vendors selling their wares or relaxing on the job


Outdoor shops








Lottery tickets

Along a shopping street in Colombo

Brick and mortar shops








